2005 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 445 kg more than 2001 Rover 25. 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 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 62.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
