2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2010 Scion tC
To start off, 2010 Scion tC 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Scion tC. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2010 Scion tC.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Scion tC. 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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Scion tC. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Scion tC. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2010 Scion tC has manual transmission. 2010 Scion tC 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 | 2010 Scion tC | |
| Make | Buick | Scion |
| Model | Terraza | tC |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
