2001 Ford F-150 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford F-150 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2001 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
