2002 Rover 75 vs. 2003 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2003 Toyota Previa is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Previa (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Previa weights approximately 50 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Toyota Previa (221 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 75 | 2003 Toyota Previa | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Previa |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2900 mm |