2001 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, both 2001 Rover 75 and 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 865 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Because 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 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 Suzuki GSX R4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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 Rover 75 (185 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 75 | GSX R4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1020 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2340 mm |
