2008 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Mazda 6
To start off, 2012 Mazda 6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 129 more horse power than 2012 Mazda 6. (127 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda 6 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
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, 2012 Mazda 6 (340 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2012 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 75 | 2012 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Rover | Mazda |
Model | 75 | 6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2183 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 127 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 10.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1795 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2789 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |