2004 Rover 45 vs. 1997 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Buick Park Avenue. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Buick Park Avenue would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 605 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 1997 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 1997 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 1997 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Rover | Buick |
| Model | 45 | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
