2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Subaru Forester 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 78 more horse power than 2004 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Forester 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Subaru Forester. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2004 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2004 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Terraza | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
