2001 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 4 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 2005 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 25 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, 2005 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
