1999 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Scion tC
To start off, 2004 Scion tC is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Scion tC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Scion tC (158 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Scion tC should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2004 Scion tC.
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, 2004 Scion tC (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Scion tC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Rover 75 | 2004 Scion tC | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 75 | tC |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
