2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Opel Astra 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 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2006 Opel Astra. (99 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 115 kg more than 2006 Opel Astra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Opel Astra. 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 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Astra. (260 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Astra. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Astra 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 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Terraza | Astra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 52 L |
