2006 Rover 75 vs. 2005 BMW 316
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2005 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 316 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2005 BMW 316 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 316. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2005 BMW 316 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 316 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 63 L |
