1996 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (188 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 650 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Land Rover Range Rover (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1996 Land Rover Range Rover has manual transmission. 1996 Land Rover Range Rover will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Land Rover Range Rover | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3946 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 188 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
