2002 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Xedos 9
To start off, 2004 Xedos 9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Xedos 9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Xedos 9 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Xedos 9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Xedos 9 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2004 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Rover | Xedos |
| Model | 75 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2760 mm |
