1998 Rover 75 vs. 2007 Toyota Avanza
To start off, 2007 Toyota Avanza is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 75 (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Avanza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2007 Toyota Avanza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Avanza. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Avanza. 1998 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Avanza has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Avanza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2007 Toyota Avanza | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Avanza |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 91.3 mm |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 12.8 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 45 L |
