1998 Rover 75 vs. 2011 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 13 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 522 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2011 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 75 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 80 L |
