2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius 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 Toyota Prius. (97 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 737 kg more than 2013 Toyota Prius. 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 Toyota Prius. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Prius |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1800 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 | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 88 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 | 1383 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4481 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
