2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Chevrolet SSR
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Chevrolet SSR were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 868 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet SSR. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet SSR has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet SSR will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2006 Chevrolet SSR | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | SSR |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| 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 | 196 HP | 401 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1078 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2950 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 | 95 L |
