2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Seat Leon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Seat Leon 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 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2005 Seat Leon. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2005 Seat Leon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 649 kg more than 2005 Seat Leon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Seat Leon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza 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 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Seat Leon. (170 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Seat Leon. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Leon 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 | 2005 Seat Leon | |
| Make | Buick | Seat |
| Model | Terraza | Leon |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
