2006 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Tata Nano
To start off, 2008 Tata Nano 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 140 more horse power than 2008 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2008 Tata Nano. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Tata Nano is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Tata Nano. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Nano. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2008 Tata Nano 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 | 2008 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Rover | Tata |
| Model | 75 | Nano |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |
