2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2013 Lotus Evora 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Lotus Evora (345 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 506 kg more than 2013 Lotus Evora.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Lotus Evora. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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, 2013 Lotus Evora (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2013 Lotus Evora has manual transmission. 2013 Lotus Evora 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 | 2013 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Buick | Lotus |
| Model | Terraza | Evora |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4361 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2047 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1229 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2575 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
