2006 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i30. (124 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 238 kg more than 2012 Hyundai i30. 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 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai i30. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai i30.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2012 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 75 | i30 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 85.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 53 L |
