2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Nissan Almera
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Nissan Almera 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 67 more horse power than 2006 Nissan Almera. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 202 kg more than 2006 Nissan Almera. 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 Nissan Almera (304 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Almera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2006 Nissan Almera | |
Make | Buick | Nissan |
Model | Terraza | Almera |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1348 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |