2006 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Seat Ibiza
To start off, 2012 Seat Ibiza 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Seat Ibiza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 277 kg more than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Seat Ibiza. (131 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Seat Ibiza. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2012 Seat Ibiza has manual transmission. 2012 Seat Ibiza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2012 Seat Ibiza | |
| Make | Rover | Seat |
| Model | 75 | Ibiza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
