2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2001 Toyota Camry

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Camry 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 39 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Camry. (157 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 130 kg more than 2001 Toyota Camry. 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 Toyota Camry. 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 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Camry.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 2001 Toyota Camry
Make Buick Toyota
Model Terraza Camry
Year Released 2006 2001
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2362 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 157 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 220 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1420 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4820 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 70 L


 

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