2004 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Focus (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 264 kg more than 2013 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2013 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 75 | Focus |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4450 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 12.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1321 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4534 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 47 L |
