2006 Opel Zafira vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Opel Zafira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Opel Zafira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Opel Zafira (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Opel Zafira should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Opel Zafira weights approximately 238 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. 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 Opel Zafira (321 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Opel Zafira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Opel Zafira | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Opel | Rover |
| Model | Zafira | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 321 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
