1996 Rover 220 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (145 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 216 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 220 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.6 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
