2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Lincoln MKT
To start off, 2010 Lincoln MKT is newer by 4 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Lincoln MKT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lincoln MKT (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lincoln MKT should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lincoln MKT weights approximately 95 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 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Lincoln MKT. 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, 2010 Lincoln MKT (362 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Lincoln MKT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2010 Lincoln MKT | |
| Make | Buick | Lincoln |
| Model | Terraza | MKT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 2041 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5273 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1712 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2995 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
