2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 10 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 3,350 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport weights approximately 523 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 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport 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, 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport (283 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Trans Sport | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1953 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2750 mm |
