2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2007 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Passat 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 Volkswagen Passat (247 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Passat (330 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2007 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Passat |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3168 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
