2008 Nissan Maxima vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Nissan Maxima is newer by 2 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 1 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Maxima. (255 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Maxima.
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 Nissan Maxima (342 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Maxima | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Maxima | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
