2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2013 Toyota Avalon 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Avalon (264 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 373 kg more than 2013 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Avalon. 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 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2013 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Avalon |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |