2005 Ford Focus vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Focus (153 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 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, 1999 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (172 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Focus | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
