2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2011 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Eos 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 42 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2011 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Buick | Volkswagen |
| Model | Terraza | Eos |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1592 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 55 L |
