2001 Rover 75 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 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. Both 2001 Rover 75 and 2004 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,951 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 15 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.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2630 mm |
