2010 Lotus Evora vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2010 Lotus Evora is newer by 2 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 3,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lotus Evora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lotus Evora (400 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lotus Evora should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lotus Evora weights approximately 617 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 2010 Lotus Evora 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 2010 Lotus Evora. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2010 Lotus Evora (459 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Lotus Evora | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Lotus | Rover |
| Model | Evora | 75 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 459 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1991 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5098 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1895 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1438 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3063 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
