2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2003 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. (160 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2003 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
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, 2003 Volkswagen Passat (326 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2003 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Terraza | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 326 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |