2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 GMC Sierra

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (321 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 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.

Because 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra 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, 2005 GMC Sierra (370 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 2005 GMC Sierra
Make Buick GMC
Model Terraza Sierra
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Minivan Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 5965 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 201 HP 321 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 293 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 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 11.2 L/100km 13.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 117 L


 

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