2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 Toyota Corolla 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 393 kg more than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Corolla. (166 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Corolla. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Corolla has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Corolla 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 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Corolla |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1794 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1157 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 50 L |