2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 5 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 107 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2011 Toyota 4Runner (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2011 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 376 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2053 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1816 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 87 L |