2006 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, both 2006 Mazda 2 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 2. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 411 kg more than 2006 Mazda 2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 2. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 2. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 Mazda 2 has manual transmission. 2006 Mazda 2 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 Mazda 2 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 2 | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1241 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 163 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |