2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 88 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 726 kg more than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Avensis. (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Avensis. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Avensis 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 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Avensis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |