2001 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Ford Focus is newer by 9 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. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Focus (140 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2010 Ford Focus.
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, 2010 Ford Focus (184 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Rover 75 | 2010 Ford Focus | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | 75 | Focus |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1190 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4445 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1722 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1488 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2614 mm |