2004 Mini Cooper vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Mini Cooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mini Cooper. (149 Nm). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mini Cooper | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mini | Rover |
| Model | Cooper | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2750 mm |
