2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1183 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Land Rover | Rover |
Model | Defender | 75 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 16 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |