1999 Rover 75 vs. 2007 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 8 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Stavic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Stavic should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 617 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic 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, 2007 SsangYong Stavic (343 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Stavic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75. 2007 SsangYong Stavic has automatic transmission and 1999 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1999 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Stavic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 2007 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 75 | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2007 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
