2005 Ford Ka vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Ka would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Ford Ka. (94 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Ka.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Ka. (135 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Ka. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2005 Ford Ka 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:
| 2005 Ford Ka | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ka | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 173 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 13.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 65 L |
