2004 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 456 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Porsche Carrera GT.
Because 2004 Porsche Carrera GT is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche Carrera GT (590 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche Carrera GT | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | Carrera GT | 75 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1796 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 604 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 330 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 3.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1415 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 17.9 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 65 L |
