2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1992 Rover 800

To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Buick Terraza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Buick Terraza (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1992 Rover 800. (167 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 422 kg more than 1992 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Buick Terraza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 800. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 800.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Buick Terraza 1992 Rover 800
Make Buick Rover
Model Terraza 800
Year Released 2006 1992
Body Type Minivan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3491 cc 2675 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 196 HP 167 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5900 RPM
Torque 289 Nm 225 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1946 kg 1524 kg
Vehicle Length 5210 mm 4890 mm
Vehicle Width 1920 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 3080 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 12.5 L/100km 4.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 95 L 68 L


 

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