2006 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2006 Rover 75 and 2006 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Forester (227 HP) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Forester weights approximately 263 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Subaru Forester 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, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester (320 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2006 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 227 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
