2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2012 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2012 Subaru Outback 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Outback (256 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 287 kg more than 2012 Subaru Outback.
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 Subaru Outback (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2012 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Buick | Subaru |
| Model | Terraza | Outback |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1659 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 70 L |
