2004 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2011 Subaru Impreza is newer by 7 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (395 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 235 kg more than 2011 Subaru Impreza.
Because 2011 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Subaru Impreza 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, 2011 Subaru Impreza (515 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Subaru Impreza has manual transmission. 2011 Subaru Impreza 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 | 2011 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 75 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 3.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1505 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
