2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 199 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3350 mm |