2000 Pontiac Piranha 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 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Piranha (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Piranha should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Piranha weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Piranha | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Piranha | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
