2004 Buick Regal vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Regal (201 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Regal weights approximately 14 kg more than 2006 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, 2004 Buick Regal (305 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Regal | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Regal | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| 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 | 201 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
