1999 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Intrepid (198 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1999 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Dodge Intrepid. 1999 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Dodge Intrepid | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Intrepid | 75 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2750 mm |