2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2009 Toyota Prius 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 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (110 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Toyota Prius. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Prius. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (111 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Terraza | Prius |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 111 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |