2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan 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 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Terraza | Terracan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 161 HP |
Torque | 298 Nm | 346 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 98 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2107 kg | 2162 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |