2004 Ford Maverick vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, both 2004 Ford Maverick and 2004 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2004 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2004 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Maverick 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 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Maverick | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Maverick | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 65 L |
