1998 Rover 75 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 15 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (261 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 905 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 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 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, 2013 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 75 | X5 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2197 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 85 L |