2006 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. 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 41 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4597 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1796 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
