2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 GMC Safari
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2004 GMC Safari. (188 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 GMC Safari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1 kg more than 2004 GMC Safari. 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 2004 GMC Safari. 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, 2004 GMC Safari (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 GMC Safari | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Terraza | Safari |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1945 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 Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |