2006 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2006 Rover 75 and 2006 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan. (201 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan 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. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 201 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.6 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |