1998 Rover 75 vs. 1995 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1998 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Toyota Lexcen.
Because 1995 Toyota Lexcen 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 1995 Toyota Lexcen. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1995 Toyota Lexcen (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Rover 75 | 1995 Toyota Lexcen | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Lexcen |
Year Released | 1998 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 260 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2740 mm |