2004 Ford Excursion vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Ford Excursion is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Excursion (310 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1786 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Excursion 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, 2004 Ford Excursion (576 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Excursion | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Excursion | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3261 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2830 mm |
