2009 Hyundai Elantra vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai Elantra (119 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 280 kg more than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Elantra. (153 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Elantra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
