2003 Rover 75 vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2003 Rover 75 and 2003 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2003). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Avensis (160 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 40 kg more than 2003 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 Avensis (196 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75. 2003 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Avensis |
Year Released | 2003 | 2003 |
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 | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2800 mm |