2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2009 Citroen C5 is newer by 3 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 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (106 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 419 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Citroen C5. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Buick | Citroen |
| Model | Terraza | C5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1527 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 68 L |
