2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 14 more horse power than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (187 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano. (270 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2007 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
| Make | Buick | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Terraza | Viano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 2085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 75 L |
