2010 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 3,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (249 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Sonata should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 49 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Hyundai Sonata (310 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Sonata will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Hyundai Sonata | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Sonata | 75 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3300 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 249 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4798 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1831 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1473 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2728 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
