2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 145 kg more than 2004 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 117 L |
