2003 Rover City vs. 2005 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2005 Toyota RunX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota RunX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RunX weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 2005 Toyota RunX (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RunX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover City | 2005 Toyota RunX | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | City | RunX |
Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 81.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1140 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |