2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2005 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC90 would be higher. At 4,399 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 638 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 Volvo XC90 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC90 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, 2005 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2005 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Buick | Volvo |
| Model | Terraza | XC90 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
