2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 128 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Terraza | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
