2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Chevrolet Astro
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,294 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. (187 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Astro weights approximately 400 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Astro 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 2004 Chevrolet Astro. 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, 2004 Chevrolet Astro (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 Chevrolet Astro | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Astro |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |