2006 Buick Terraza vs. 1996 Rover 800
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 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 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 (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 115 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Buick Terraza | 1996 Rover 800 | |
Make | Buick | Rover |
Model | Terraza | 800 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2780 mm |