2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 GMC Sierra
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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 GMC Sierra weights approximately 720 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 GMC Sierra 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 Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Terraza | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 117 L |
