2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 9 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 870 kg more than 2013 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2004 Buick Terraza (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Buick | Honda |
Model | Terraza | Insight |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 40 L |