2006 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 2 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 29 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 133 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 75 | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 129 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |