2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1997 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 384 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 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1997 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3440 mm |
