2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2006 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, both 2006 Buick Terraza and 2006 Volkswagen Citi were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 693 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 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 Volkswagen Citi. 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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Citi. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Citi has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Citi 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 | 2006 Volkswagen Citi | |
Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
Model | Terraza | Citi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 857 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 49 L |