2007 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 580 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Cherokee | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Cherokee | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2776 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 65 L |
