2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 422 kg more than 2011 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Buick | Subaru |
Model | Terraza | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 289 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 64 L |