1998 Subaru SVX vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Subaru SVX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Subaru SVX would be higher. At 3,318 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Subaru SVX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Subaru SVX (218 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Subaru SVX weights approximately 250 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Subaru SVX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Subaru SVX 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, 1998 Subaru SVX (301 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Subaru SVX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Subaru SVX | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Subaru | Rover |
| Model | SVX | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3318 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 218 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
