2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,834 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 75 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (177 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Lancer | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1834 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
