2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,409 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Mustang (385 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 78 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 2000 Ford Mustang 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 Ford Mustang. 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 Ford Mustang (522 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2000 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 2000 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2000 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Mustang |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5409 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1628 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
