1998 Ford Falcon vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Falcon (225 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Falcon weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Ford Falcon 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 1998 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1998 Ford Falcon (370 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Falcon | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Falcon | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
