2005 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 84 more horse power than 2006 Seat Alhambra. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Seat Alhambra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 396 kg more than 2006 Seat Alhambra. 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, 2006 Seat Alhambra (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza. 2005 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2006 Seat Alhambra 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 Buick Terraza | 2006 Seat Alhambra | |
Make | Buick | Seat |
Model | Terraza | Alhambra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1724 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |