2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 416 kg more than 2007 Saab 03-Sep.

Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Saab 03-Sep. 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, 2007 Saab 03-Sep (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2007 Saab 03-Sep has manual transmission. 2007 Saab 03-Sep 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 2007 Saab 03-Sep
Make Buick Saab
Model Terraza 03-Sep
Year Released 2006 2007
Body Type Minivan Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 1988 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 210 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 2500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1530 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 62 L


 

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