2006 Ford Freestar vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 5 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 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 127 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Freestar | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1443 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2830 mm |
