2006 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Smart Coupe
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart Coupe 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 115 more horse power than 2005 Smart Coupe. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 640 kg more than 2005 Smart Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart Coupe. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2005 Smart Coupe | |
| Make | Rover | Smart |
| Model | 75 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 15.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 730 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 33 L |
