2009 Jaguar XF vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2009 Jaguar XF.
Because 2009 Jaguar XF is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Jaguar XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Jaguar XF (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jaguar XF | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XF | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 436 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2830 mm |
