2000 Opel Astra vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Opel Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Opel Astra. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Astra weights approximately 98 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Astra. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Astra | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Astra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2196 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1328 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
