2006 BMW M5 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 BMW M5 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 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW M5 (500 HP) has 244 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2006 BMW M5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 (519 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW M5 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 M5 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | M5 | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4998 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 256 HP |
Torque | 519 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |