2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado
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 Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 84 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado 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 (293 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Colorado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1634 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 74 L |
