2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1994 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. (163 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 142 kg more than 1994 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 1994 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, both vehicles can yield 289 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1994 Chrysler Town & Country | |
| Make | Buick | Chrysler |
| Model | Terraza | Town & Country |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1804 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 |
