2001 Isuzu VehiCross vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, both 2001 Isuzu VehiCross and 2001 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross (212 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross weights approximately 247 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Isuzu VehiCross is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Isuzu VehiCross 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 Isuzu VehiCross (284 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Isuzu VehiCross will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Isuzu VehiCross | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Isuzu | Rover |
| Model | VehiCross | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 212 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2830 mm |
