2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Saturn LW 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Saturn LW. (135 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Saturn LW. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 152 kg more than 2005 Saturn LW. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saturn LW. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saturn LW.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2005 Saturn LW | |
Make | Buick | Saturn |
Model | Terraza | LW |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1398 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 59 L |