2004 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2013 Mini Cooper is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mini Cooper (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2013 Mini Cooper.
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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Cooper. (260 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Cooper. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mini Cooper has manual transmission. 2013 Mini Cooper will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2013 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Rover | Mini |
| Model | 75 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1432 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2547 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
