2003 Rover 75 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover 75 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
