2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Saab 03-Sep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Saab 03-Sep 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 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (176 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 110 kg more than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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 2004 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Saab 03-Sep. (264 Nm). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Saab 03-Sep.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 2004 Saab 03-Sep
Make Buick Saab
Model Terraza 03-Sep
Year Released 2006 2004
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1983 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 176 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 264 Nm
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1440 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1760 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 10.2 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 62 L


 

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