2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2009 Nissan Xterra 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 108 kg more than 2009 Nissan Xterra.
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 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan Xterra has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan Xterra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Nissan Xterra | |
| Make | Buick | Nissan |
| Model | Terraza | Xterra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 80 L |
