2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 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 111 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 726 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. 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 1996 Rover 400. 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 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2006 Buick Terraza has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Buick Terraza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 1996 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Terraza | 400 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
