2003 Peugeot 407 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, both 2003 Peugeot 407 and 2003 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Peugeot 407 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 13 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Peugeot 407 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Peugeot 407 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
Make | Peugeot | Rover |
Model | 407 | 75 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1403 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |