2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 437 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 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 (257 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 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 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | BT-50 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 955 kg | 1392 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |
