2012 Kia Cee'd vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 6 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 34 more horse power than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (124 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Cee'd. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2012 Kia Cee'd. 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Cee'd. (155 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Kia Cee'd | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Cee'd | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1591 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
