2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Opel Antara
To start off, 2012 Opel Antara 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2012 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2012 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Opel Antara weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2012 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Opel Antara will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Antara (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara has manual transmission. 2012 Opel Antara 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 Opel Antara | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Terraza | Antara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
