2003 Rover 75 vs. 2007 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2007 Toyota Yaris is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (131 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2007 Toyota Yaris. 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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Yaris. (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 2007 Toyota Yaris | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Yaris |
Year Released | 2003 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 42 L |