2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Toyota Caldina
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Caldina 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 72 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (129 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 305 kg more than 2004 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Caldina. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 Toyota Caldina | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Caldina |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |