2005 Hyundai Accent vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Accent is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 540 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Accent. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Accent. (105 Nm @ 2450 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Accent | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Accent | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1341 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2830 mm |
