2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 111 more horse power than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1993 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 535 kg more than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 1993 Toyota Corolla. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Toyota Corolla. (124 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1993 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 1993 Toyota Corolla 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 | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Buick | Toyota |
| Model | Terraza | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2440 mm |
