2004 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Vibe | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Vibe | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
