2003 Rover 75 vs. 2011 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 422 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.
Because 2011 SsangYong Kyron is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Kyron 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, 2011 SsangYong Kyron (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 2011 SsangYong Kyron | |
Make | Rover | SsangYong |
Model | 75 | Kyron |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 311 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2750 mm |