2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | BT-50 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
