2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1992 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Toyota Camry 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 67 more horse power than 1992 Toyota Camry. (129 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1992 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 401 kg more than 1992 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Toyota Camry. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Toyota Camry. (142 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Toyota Camry. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1992 Toyota Camry has manual transmission. 1992 Toyota Camry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 1992 Toyota Camry
Make Buick Toyota
Model Terraza Camry
Year Released 2006 1992
Body Type Minivan Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2958 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 196 HP 129 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 142 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 70 L