2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Buick Park Avenue

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 210 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1996 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 1996 Buick Park Avenue
Make Buick Buick
Model Terraza Park Avenue
Year Released 2006 1996
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 3800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 201 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 387 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 8.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1900 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2780 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 11.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 70 L


 

More Comparisons

Resources

Replacing Your Front Disc Brakes Made Simple: The Definitive DIY Guide
Replace the front disc brakes of your vehicle and save money on labour cost. Read this guide to learn how. [read more]
What to look for when buying a used/second hand car.
Diligence through every step of the buying process will help you find a reliable used car and avoid any unpleasant surprises. [read more]
Step-by-Step Guide on How to Perform an Oil Change on Your Car
One of the most effective ways of saving money on car maintenance is to change the oil yourself. [read more]