2005 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (282 HP) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (256 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1025 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2005 Land Rover Range Rover (441 Nm) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
