2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avalon is newer by 2 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (268 HP) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 134 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avalon.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 293 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1416 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |