2002 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (126 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (177 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 75 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 75 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2370 mm |