2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 550 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 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 | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| 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 | 201 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2100 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 |
