2008 Land Rover LR2 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75.
Because 2008 Land Rover LR2 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover LR2 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 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75. 2008 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover LR2 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | LR2 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 317 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2180 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
