2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 725 kg more than 2009 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2009 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 67 L |
