2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 6 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 424 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Expedition | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Expedition | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2750 mm |
