2003 Rover City vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1339 kg more than 2003 Rover City. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Ford F-150 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Ford F-150. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Rover City, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2011 Ford F-150 has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover City | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Rover | Ford |
Model | City | F-150 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 2379 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2012 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 3670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 98 L |