2006 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 5 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 14 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 300 kg more 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, 2011 Chevrolet Cruze (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze 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. 2011 Chevrolet Cruze will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2011 Chevrolet Cruze | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Cruze |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 16.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1797 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 59 L |
