2004 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 479 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
Model | 75 | Avalanche |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1261 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |