2004 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Saab 9-2x
To start off, 2005 Saab 9-2x is newer by 1 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (173 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Saab 9-2x. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2005 Saab 9-2x. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Saab 9-2x is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Saab 9-2x 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Saab 9-2x. (225 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Saab 9-2x.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2005 Saab 9-2x | |
| Make | Rover | Saab |
| Model | 75 | 9-2x |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1393 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
