2006 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 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 57 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (118 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 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, 2008 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
