2009 Jeep Liberty vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 485 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Jeep Liberty 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 Jeep Liberty. 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 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Jeep Liberty | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Jeep | Rover |
Model | Liberty | 75 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 319 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2055 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2830 mm |