2011 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 5 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 74 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Equinox | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Equinox | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 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 | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1684 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 65 L |
