2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2013 Volvo C70
To start off, 2013 Volvo C70 is newer by 7 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, 2013 Volvo C70 (224 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo C70 should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo C70 weights approximately 201 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.
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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Volvo C70. (236 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Volvo C70.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 2013 Volvo C70 | |
Make | Buick | Volvo |
Model | Terraza | C70 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Minivan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1751 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4615 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1836 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |