2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (225 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 200 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2004 Porsche Boxster is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche Boxster. (260 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche Boxster. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2004 Porsche Boxster 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 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Buick | Porsche |
| Model | Terraza | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2360 mm |
