2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Opel Vectra
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Opel Vectra were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Vectra (208 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Vectra should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Vectra weights approximately 75 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.
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 Opel Vectra (300 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2006 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Buick | Opel |
Model | Terraza | Vectra |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
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 | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 60 L |