2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Dodge Ram 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Ram (391 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dodge Ram weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Dodge Ram (552 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Dodge Ram | |
Make | Buick | Dodge |
Model | Terraza | Ram |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 5654 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 552 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 98 L |