2000 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2013 Subaru Outback is newer by 13 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Outback (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Outback weights approximately 218 kg more than 2000 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Subaru Outback is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Outback 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, 2013 Subaru Outback (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75. 2013 Subaru Outback 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. 2013 Subaru Outback will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 75 | 2013 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Outback |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |
