2004 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 737 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 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 75 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2477 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
