2007 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW X5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Rover 75.
Because 2007 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (301 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X5 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | X5 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 54 L |
