2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Kia Magentis
To start off, 2007 Kia Magentis 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Kia Magentis. (135 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Magentis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 60 kg more than 2007 Kia Magentis. 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 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Magentis. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Magentis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2007 Kia Magentis | |
| Make | Buick | Kia |
| Model | Terraza | Magentis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 14.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
