1998 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
Make | Rover | Xedos |
Model | 75 | 9 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 212 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |