2006 Rover 75 vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 4 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | 118 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4239 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 51 L |
