2006 Rover 75 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 1800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 488 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (211 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan has manual transmission. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |