2004 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Dodge DART
To start off, 2013 Dodge DART is newer by 9 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 98 more horse power than 2013 Dodge DART. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2013 Dodge DART. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 241 kg more than 2013 Dodge DART. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DART, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge DART. (197 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge DART.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2013 Dodge DART | |
Make | Rover | Dodge |
Model | 75 | DART |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 418 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1439 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4672 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1465 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2703 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 60 L |