2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 1173 kg more than 2008 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (315 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Rover |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 65 L |
