2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 De Tomaso Guara
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 De Tomaso Guara would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 De Tomaso Guara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 De Tomaso Guara (301 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 De Tomaso Guara should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 746 kg more than 2004 De Tomaso Guara.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 De Tomaso Guara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 De Tomaso Guara (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 De Tomaso Guara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2004 De Tomaso Guara has manual transmission. 2004 De Tomaso Guara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 De Tomaso Guara | |
| Make | Buick | De Tomaso |
| Model | Terraza | Guara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 414 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2620 mm |
