2007 Ford E-150 vs. 1998 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (226 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford E-150 | 1998 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-150 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 66 mm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 66 L |
