2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,707 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Falcon (228 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 366 kg more than 1996 Ford Falcon.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Falcon. 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, 1996 Ford Falcon (398 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1996 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2800 mm |
