2002 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Ford Focus
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 10 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 76 kg more than 2012 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2012 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1324 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4359 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 47 L |
