2006 Saab 05-Sep vs. 2006 Rover 75

To start off, both 2006 Saab 05-Sep and 2006 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saab 05-Sep (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 64 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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 Saab 05-Sep (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 Saab 05-Sep has manual transmission. 2006 Saab 05-Sep 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 Saab 05-Sep 2006 Rover 75
Make Saab Rover
Model 05-Sep 75
Year Released 2006 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2290 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 6250 RPM
Torque 310 Nm 240 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.3:1 10.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 235 km/hour 220 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.8 seconds 8.8 seconds
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1600 kg 1536 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.8 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 75 L 65 L


 

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