2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (196 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Silverado has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Terraza | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 196 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 6030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3890 mm |
