2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Nissan Altima
To start off, 2009 Nissan Altima 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Altima. (156 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Altima. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 791 kg more than 2009 Nissan Altima. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Nissan Altima. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Altima. (162 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2009 Nissan Altima | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Terraza | Altima |
Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 100 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |