2012 Porsche 911 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 187 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 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Porsche | Rover |
Model | 911 | 75 |
Year Released | 2012 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3800 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | AWD | Front |
Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |