2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1994 Mercury Capri
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Mercury Capri 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 96 more horse power than 1994 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1994 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 470 kg more than 1994 Mercury Capri. 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 Mercury Capri. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1994 Mercury Capri | |
| Make | Buick | Mercury |
| Model | Terraza | Capri |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
