2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Dodge Avenger
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Avenger would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (164 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 98 kg more than 2000 Dodge Avenger. 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 2000 Dodge Avenger. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Dodge Avenger. (234 Nm @ 4350 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Dodge Avenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2000 Dodge Avenger | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Terraza | Avenger |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 234 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |
