2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 256 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz G.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz G (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2007 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terraza | G |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 96 L |
