1996 Mazda Levante vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda Levante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda Levante would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1996 Mazda Levante. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda Levante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mazda Levante weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 1996 Mazda Levante is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Mazda Levante 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda Levante. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda Levante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mazda Levante | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Levante | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2750 mm |
