2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Kia Sorento
To start off, 2011 Kia Sorento 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Kia Sorento is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Kia Sorento (276 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Sorento should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 353 kg more than 2011 Kia Sorento.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Kia Sorento. 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, 2011 Kia Sorento (336 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Sorento will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2011 Kia Sorento | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Terraza | Sorento |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1767 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4661 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1735 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
