2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (193 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4755 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1795 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
