2008 Dodge Charger vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Dodge Charger is newer by 7 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 3,518 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 145 kg more than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger 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, 2008 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Dodge Charger | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Dodge | Rover |
Model | Charger | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2830 mm |