2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton 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 Volkswagen Phaeton (237 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 113 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.
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 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2011 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2233 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5059 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2881 mm |
