2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 GMC Canyon
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 GMC Canyon were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 GMC Canyon (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 GMC Canyon weights approximately 1027 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 2006 GMC Canyon 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, 2006 GMC Canyon 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 GMC Canyon (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 GMC Canyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2006 GMC Canyon | |
Make | Buick | GMC |
Model | Terraza | Canyon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3458 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2577 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 72 L |