2000 Buick Riviera vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick Riviera (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Buick Riviera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. 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, 2000 Buick Riviera (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Buick Riviera | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Riviera | 75 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |