2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL (210 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL weights approximately 480 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (542 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terraza | GL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5098 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1839 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3076 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 100 L |
