2009 Acura TL vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 3 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, 2009 Acura TL (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2006 Buick Terraza. (196 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Buick Terraza.
Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Acura TL. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TL. (254 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
Make | Acura | Buick |
Model | TL | Terraza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 196 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 289 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |