2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 SsangYong Chairman H

To start off, 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (200 HP) has 2 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (198 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 398 kg more than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 SsangYong Chairman H 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 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H. (272 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Chairman H.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Buick Terraza 2006 SsangYong Chairman H
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Terraza Chairman H
Year Released 2005 2006
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2787 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 200 HP 198 HP
Torque 298 Nm 272 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2028 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 5060 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2910 mm


 

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