2012 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Ford Focus is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Focus (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 166 kg more than 2012 Ford Focus.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Ford Focus (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2012 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2012 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Ford Focus | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | Focus | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 198 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4450 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1319 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4534 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1824 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 65 L |
