2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1210 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rolls-Royce Corniche | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rolls-Royce | Rover |
| Model | Corniche | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 324 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 738 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2735 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5410 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2750 mm |
