2006 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Captiva is newer by 6 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) has 10 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (165 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Captiva weights approximately 698 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva. (230 Nm). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2012 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 75 | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4673 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1756 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2707 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
