2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2002 Holden Barina
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Holden Barina 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 73 more horse power than 2002 Holden Barina. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2002 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 886 kg more than 2002 Holden Barina. 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 2002 Holden Barina. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Holden Barina. (165 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2002 Holden Barina | |
| Make | Buick | Holden |
| Model | Terraza | Barina |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1060 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2500 mm |
