1998 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 13 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 505 kg more than 1998 Rover 75. 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
