2008 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 19 more horse power than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2013 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 760 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (550 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Rover | Porsche |
| Model | 75 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 16.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4846 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1705 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2895 mm |
