2006 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Citroen C1
To start off, 2012 Citroen C1 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Citroen C1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2012 Citroen C1 | |
| Make | Rover | Citroen |
| Model | 75 | C1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 35 L |
