2002 Ford Escape vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Ford Escape is newer by 1 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Escape (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2002 Ford Escape.
Because 2002 Ford Escape is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Ford Escape will offer significantly more control. 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 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Escape. (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Escape.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Escape | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Escape | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
