2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 83 more horse power than 2008 Opel Frontera. (118 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 276 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera 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 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Frontera. (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Frontera. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Frontera has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Frontera 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 | 2008 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Buick | Opel |
| Model | Terraza | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 65 L |
