2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Honda Accord
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 460 kg more than 2009 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord. 2004 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2009 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2009 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2009 Honda Accord | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Terraza | Accord |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 198 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 234 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |