2006 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 BMW 630 and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP) has 96 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 308 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.
Because 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 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:
| 2006 BMW 630 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 630 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
