2006 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Hyundai i40
To start off, 2012 Hyundai i40 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 45 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai i40. (113 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai i40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai i40 weights approximately 188 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, 2012 Hyundai i40 (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2012 Hyundai i40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2012 Hyundai i40 | |
| Make | Rover | Hyundai |
| Model | 75 | i40 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 113 HP |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 77.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 12.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
