2005 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Volvo V70
To start off, both 2005 Rover 75 and 2005 Volvo V70 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V70. (139 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Volvo V70. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V70. (220 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V70. 2005 Volvo V70 has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Volvo V70 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 75 | 2005 Volvo V70 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 75 | V70 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2521 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 139 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |