2005 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Buick Terraza

To start off, both 2005 Audi A6 and 2005 Buick Terraza were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (222 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 383 kg more than 2005 Audi A6.

Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 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, 2005 Audi A6 (300 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 Audi A6 has manual transmission. 2005 Audi A6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Audi A6 2005 Buick Terraza
Make Audi Buick
Model A6 Terraza
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Station Wagon Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2976 cc 3489 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 5 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 222 HP 200 HP
Torque 300 Nm 298 Nm
Engine Bore Size 82.6 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92.8 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 9.8:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1645 kg 2028 kg
Vehicle Length 4800 mm 5210 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1840 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 3080 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 95 L