2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Caddy 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 127 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Caddy weights approximately 454 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy. (126 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Caddy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2004 Volkswagen Caddy | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Caddy |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |
