2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,933 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 202 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 2005 Ford Thunderbird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Ford Thunderbird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Ford Thunderbird (388 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2005 Ford Thunderbird | |
Make | Buick | Ford |
Model | Terraza | Thunderbird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3933 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 388 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |