2006 Kia Rio vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Kia Rio 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2006 Kia Rio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Rio weights approximately 630 kg more than 2006 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Rio. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 Kia Rio has manual transmission. 2006 Kia Rio 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 Kia Rio | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Kia | Rover |
Model | Rio | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1606 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.3 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |