1996 Ford Mustang vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 195 kg more than 1996 Ford Mustang.
Because 1996 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mustang. (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mustang. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1996 Ford Mustang has manual transmission. 1996 Ford Mustang will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mustang | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Mustang | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
