2006 Buick LaCrosse vs. 2005 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2006 Buick LaCrosse 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 3,786 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (200 HP) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Buick Terraza. (197 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Terraza weights approximately 170 kg more than 2006 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 2005 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick LaCrosse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Terraza 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, 2006 Buick LaCrosse (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Terraza. (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick LaCrosse | 2005 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Buick | Buick |
| Model | LaCrosse | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3786 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 95 L |
