2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2008 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 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 7 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (194 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 55 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (265 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2008 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Buick | Ford |
| Model | Terraza | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1605 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 12.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 62 L |
