1998 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (234 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 135 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion 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 Ford Fusion (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 2013 Ford Fusion has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 66 L |
