2006 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (169 HP) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster 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, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Malibu |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 169 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4872 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |
