2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra is newer by 7 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Sierra weights approximately 473 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 GMC Sierra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 GMC Sierra (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Buick | GMC |
| Model | Terraza | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2023 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5222 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2031 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1869 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.6 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |
