1999 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Porsche 911 (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75.
Because 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 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, 1999 Porsche 911 (350 Nm) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm). This means 1999 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1999 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1999 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Porsche 911 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3387 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Top Speed | 260 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2750 mm |
