1998 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Subaru Tribeca
To start off, 2009 Subaru Tribeca is newer by 11 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 3,630 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75.
Because 2009 Subaru Tribeca is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Tribeca 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, 2009 Subaru Tribeca (247 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2009 Subaru Tribeca | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Tribeca |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 3630 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 64 L |
