2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 4,292 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Express. (197 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 780 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Express is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Express (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Express |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4292 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 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 |