2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Opel Corsa
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Opel Corsa 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 95 more horse power than 2006 Opel Corsa. (106 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Opel Corsa. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Opel Corsa. (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Opel Corsa. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 2006 Opel Corsa 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 Corsa | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Terraza | Corsa |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1794 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |