1999 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1999 Rover 75.
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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 75 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 75 | 75 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2830 mm |