2006 Rover 25 vs. 1996 Holden Nova
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Nova would be higher. At 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Holden Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Holden Nova (105 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Holden Nova should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Holden Nova.
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, 1996 Holden Nova (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Holden Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25. 1996 Holden Nova has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Holden Nova will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 25 | 1996 Holden Nova | |
| Make | Rover | Holden |
| Model | 25 | Nova |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
