2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1992 Infiniti J30
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Infiniti J30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Infiniti J30 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Infiniti J30 (210 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Infiniti J30 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Infiniti J30 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Infiniti J30 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 1992 Infiniti J30. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Infiniti J30. (261 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Infiniti J30.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1992 Infiniti J30 | |
Make | Buick | Infiniti |
Model | Terraza | J30 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1992 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2958 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 261 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1601 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |