2005 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
