2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 7 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Because 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 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, 2011 Audi A6 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Buick | Audi |
| Model | Terraza | A6 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2833 mm |
