2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2006 Peugeot 407 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 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Peugeot 407 (208 HP) has 8 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 388 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Peugeot 407. (290 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Peugeot 407.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Terraza | 2006 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | Buick | Peugeot |
| Model | Terraza | 407 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3489 cc | 2945 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2028 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 66 L |
