2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75.
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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2006 Chevrolet Impala has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Impala | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
