1999 Dodge Avenger vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Avenger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Avenger would be higher. Both 1999 Dodge Avenger and 2001 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Avenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1999 Dodge Avenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Avenger. (180 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Avenger. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1999 Dodge Avenger has manual transmission. 1999 Dodge Avenger will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Avenger | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Dodge | Rover |
| Model | Avenger | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2830 mm |
