2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Hyundai Sonata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Hyundai Sonata would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Sonata. (219 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 Hyundai Sonata | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Terraza | Sonata |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1546 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 12.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
