1998 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 10 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Rover 75 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
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, 1998 Rover 75 (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Avensis. (231 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 13.2 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 60 L |
