2004 Rover 75 vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 8 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, 2012 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 75 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2355 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
