2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Hyundai Accent

To start off, 2007 Hyundai Accent is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Buick Terraza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Buick Terraza 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 87 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 758 kg more than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 2007 Hyundai Accent
Make Buick Hyundai
Model Terraza Accent
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Minivan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1599 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1188 kg
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1700 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2510 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 6.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 7.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 6.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 45 L


 

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