Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Buick Terraza | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 179 kW@6000 325 Nm@4800 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,076 mm | 2,819 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,207 mm | 5,019 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,910 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,829 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,008 kg | 1,620 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 95 L | 70 L | 25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,521 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 953 mm | 35 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,554 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,565 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 1,039 mm | 987 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 968 mm | 0 mm | 968 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,234 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,227 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 919 mm | 0 mm | 919 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,921 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 762 L | 408 L | 354 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 2,098 L | 14.4 | -12.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 3,865 L | 14.4 | -11.4 L |
2007 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seat configuration is abhorrant. Nigh impossbile to get to row 3 without hurting oneself. see full Buick Terraza review |
2011 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |