2006 Chevrolet Cobalt vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt (171 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 352 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Cobalt (221 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Cobalt | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
