2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline 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 Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 891 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2009 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Buick | Honda |
| Model | Terraza | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3470 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1129 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 83 L |
