2008 Mazda 2 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2008 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda 2 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Mazda 2.
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, 2008 Mazda 2 (137 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda 2 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 2 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.4 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.4 seconds | 11.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 50 L |
