2004 MG ZS vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 MG ZS 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 MG ZS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 MG ZS (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 MG ZS should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 MG ZS.
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, 2004 MG ZS (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 MG ZS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 MG ZS | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | MG | Rover |
| Model | ZS | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
