2006 Buick Terraza vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Buick Terraza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 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 83 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Buick Terraza should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Buick Terraza weights approximately 395 kg more than 2000 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, 2006 Buick Terraza (293 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Buick Terraza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Buick Terraza | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Buick | Rover |
| Model | Terraza | 45 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 45 L |
