2005 Rover 75 vs. 1995 Rover 600
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1995 Rover 600. (104 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1995 Rover 600. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 600. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 1995 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
