2008 Acura RDX vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2008 Acura RDX is newer by 2 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, 2008 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 496 kg more than 2008 Acura RDX.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2008 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Buick Terraza. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Acura RDX | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | RDX | Terraza |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 95 L |