2009 Acura TSX vs. 2006 Buick Terraza
To start off, 2009 Acura TSX 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, both vehicles can yield 201 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TSX weights approximately 238 kg more than 2006 Buick Terraza.
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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura TSX. (231 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TSX | 2006 Buick Terraza | |
| Make | Acura | Buick |
| Model | TSX | Terraza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 95 L |
