2000 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,190 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (120 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 199 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier.
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, 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 75 | 2002 Chevrolet Cavalier | |
Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | 75 | Cavalier |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2190 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1191 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |