2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Hyundai Accent
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Hyundai Accent 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 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 344 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Accent. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Accent. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2006 Hyundai Accent 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.
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2006 Buick Terraza | 2006 Hyundai Accent | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Terraza | Accent |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1206 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |