2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 6 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 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 431 kg more than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. 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, 2012 Hyundai Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2012 Hyundai Terracan has manual transmission. 2012 Hyundai Terracan 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 | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | Buick | Hyundai |
| Model | Terraza | Terracan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
