2006 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Mini Coupe
To start off, 2013 Mini Coupe is newer by 7 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2013 Mini Coupe. (181 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mini Coupe.
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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Coupe. (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2013 Mini Coupe | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | 75 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 181 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3734 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2467 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
