2002 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Scion xA
To start off, 2005 Scion xA is newer by 3 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Scion xA. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Scion xA. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2005 Scion xA. 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Scion xA. (142 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Scion xA.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2005 Scion xA | |
| Make | Rover | Scion |
| Model | 75 | xA |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
