2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Ford Ranger is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,016 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Ranger (206 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 515 kg more than 2000 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Ranger 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, 2007 Ford Ranger (323 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Ranger | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4016 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 206 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1905 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
