2001 Toyota Avensis vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 8 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Avensis | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Avensis | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
