2004 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Saab 03-Sep
To start off, 2006 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (207 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Buick Terraza. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Terraza weights approximately 575 kg more than 2006 Saab 03-Sep.
Because 2004 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Saab 03-Sep. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2006 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Terraza. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Terraza | 2006 Saab 03-Sep | |
| Make | Buick | Saab |
| Model | Terraza | 03-Sep |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 299 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
