2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 200 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 894 kg more than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Because 2006 Mazda Tribute 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, 2006 Mazda Tribute 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 Buick Terraza (298 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda Tribute. (262 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda Tribute.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | Tribute |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2966 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 262 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
