2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 8 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 96 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Silverado. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (413 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 413 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2024 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5222 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3022 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |