2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Alpina B3
To start off, 2011 Alpina B3 is newer by 5 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, 2011 Alpina B3 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 386 kg more than 2011 Alpina B3.
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, 2011 Alpina B3 (500 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2011 Alpina B3 | |
Make | Buick | Alpina |
Model | Terraza | B3 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 355 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2730 mm |