2006 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Holden Captiva
To start off, 2009 Holden Captiva is newer by 3 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Holden Captiva. (138 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Holden Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Holden Captiva weights approximately 435 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2009 Holden Captiva 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Holden Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Holden Captiva. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2009 Holden Captiva has manual transmission. 2009 Holden Captiva 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 | 2009 Holden Captiva | |
| Make | Rover | Holden |
| Model | 75 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2404 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
