2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Peugeot 407

To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Peugeot 407 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 Buick Terraza (196 HP) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Peugeot 407. (134 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Peugeot 407. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 1066 kg more than 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 2006 Peugeot 407. 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 Peugeot 407 (301 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm). This means 2006 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 2006 Peugeot 407
Make Buick Peugeot
Model Terraza 407
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 134 HP
Torque 289 Nm 301 Nm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 880 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4770 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2710 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 6.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 45 L


 

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