1999 Seat Formula vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Seat Formula. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Seat Formula would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Seat Formula (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Seat Formula should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 636 kg more than 1999 Seat Formula.
Because 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula 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, 1999 Seat Formula (301 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Seat Formula will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1999 Seat Formula has manual transmission. 1999 Seat Formula will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Seat Formula | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Seat | Rover |
| Model | Formula | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3950 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
