2004 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 378 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 170 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 490 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Rover | Porsche |
Model | 75 | 911 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 500 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 650 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |