2006 Cadillac STS vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Cadillac STS 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac STS (253 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac STS weights approximately 602 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 Cadillac STS 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 Cadillac STS. 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 Cadillac STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Cadillac STS | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Cadillac | Rover |
Model | STS | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3563 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 253 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 229 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 65 L |