2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (264 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 289 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Equinox (340 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | Terraza | Equinox |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1261 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 76 L |