2005 Mazda 2 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda 2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda 2 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Mazda 2. 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 2. (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 2. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2005 Mazda 2 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda 2 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 2 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 160 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
