2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Buick Terraza would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Terraza (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 670 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 Hyundai Tucson | |
Make | Buick | Hyundai |
Model | Terraza | Tucson |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |