2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2008 Volvo S80
To start off, 2008 Volvo S80 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 4,413 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volvo S80 (311 HP @ 5950 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 204 kg more than 2008 Volvo S80.
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, 2008 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2008 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Terraza | S80 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 4413 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5950 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3950 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 | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |