2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Infiniti G37

To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 6 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), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 132 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 2012 Infiniti G37. 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 2012 Infiniti G37 has manual transmission. 2012 Infiniti G37 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 2012 Infiniti G37
Make Buick Infiniti
Model Terraza G37
Year Released 2006 2012
Body Type Minivan Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 196 HP 330 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 7000 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 6-speed manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1550 kg 1682 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4651 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1824 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1394 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2850 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 10.4 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 14 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 76 L


 

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