2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 538 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75. 1999 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Jeep Liberty has manual transmission. 2008 Jeep Liberty will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jeep | Rover |
| Model | Liberty | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1978 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
