2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2004 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa 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 37 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 595 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 2001 Toyota Previa. 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 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Buick Terraza | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Previa |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2900 mm |