2003 Rover 75 vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 261 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover 75 | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 220 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
