2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 752 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Buick | Mazda |
| Model | Terraza | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 69 L |
