2009 BMW 330 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 3 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 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
