2010 Volvo XC60 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC60 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volvo XC60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volvo XC60 (281 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC60 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volvo XC60 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC60 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, 2010 Volvo XC60 (400 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC60 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Volvo XC60 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Volvo | Rover |
Model | XC60 | 75 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1893 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4628 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1712 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2774 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |