2002 Rover 25 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,229 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2002 Rover 25. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 590 kg more than 2002 Rover 25. 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 25 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 25 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2229 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 204 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |