2006 Rover 75 vs. 2000 Volvo S70
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volvo S70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volvo S70 would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Volvo S70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2000 Volvo S70. (138 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volvo S70 weights approximately 276 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, 2000 Volvo S70 (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Volvo S70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2000 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Rover | Volvo |
| Model | 75 | S70 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 68 L |
