2006 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75.
Because 2006 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 will offer significantly more control. 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 BMW 530 (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 530 | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2998 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |