2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.

Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country. (251 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Chrysler Town & Country.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 1991 Chrysler Town & Country
Make Buick Chrysler
Model Terraza Town & Country
Year Released 2006 1991
Body Type Minivan Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 3301 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 196 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 251 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1630 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1840 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1690 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 3040 mm


 

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