2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 Nissan Primera
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Primera 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 84 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Nissan Primera. 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 2001 Nissan Primera. 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Primera. (161 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Primera. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Primera has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Primera 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 | 2001 Nissan Primera | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Terraza | Primera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
