2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 136 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Mitsubishi Pajero (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1996 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Terraza | Pajero |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2430 mm |