2002 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Toyota iQ
To start off, 2010 Toyota iQ is newer by 8 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 615 kg more than 2010 Toyota iQ. 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 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2010 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2000 mm |
