2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 44 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2003 Mercedes-Benz S (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2003 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terraza | S |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
