2006 BMW 745 vs. 2006 Rover 75

To start off, both 2006 BMW 745 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75.

Because 2006 BMW 745 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 745. 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 745 2006 Rover 75
Make BMW Rover
Model 745 75
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4423 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 325 HP 256 HP
Torque 700 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 1900 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 17.0:1 9.4:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 6.6 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5050 mm 4800 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.5 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 88 L 65 L


 

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