1999 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 82 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2210 mm |
