2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 Subaru Outback (245 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Outback weights approximately 64 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.
Because 2009 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Buick Terraza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Outback 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 (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Outback. (292 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Terraza | Outback |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 245 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1614 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |