2006 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Mazda AZ
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mazda AZ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mazda AZ would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Mazda AZ. (63 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda AZ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2005 Mazda AZ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Mazda AZ is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mazda AZ will offer significantly more control. 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 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda AZ. (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda AZ. 2005 Mazda AZ has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mazda AZ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2005 Mazda AZ | |
| Make | Rover | Mazda |
| Model | 75 | AZ |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 63 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
