2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Dodge Journey
To start off, 2009 Dodge Journey 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Journey. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Journey. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Journey.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Dodge Journey | |
| Make | Buick | Dodge |
| Model | Terraza | Journey |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 78 L |
