2001 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Saturn SC

To start off, both 2001 Rover 75 and 2001 Saturn SC were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,900 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Saturn SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Saturn SC. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Saturn SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Saturn SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Saturn SC. (155 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Saturn SC. 2001 Saturn SC 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 Saturn SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Rover 75 2001 Saturn SC
Make Rover Saturn
Model 75 SC
Year Released 2001 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1796 cc 1900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 118 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 160 Nm 155 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1390 kg 1070 kg
Vehicle Length 4760 mm 4590 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2610 mm


 

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