2003 Rover City vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris is newer by 10 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 1,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Yaris is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Yaris (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover City weights approximately 20 kg more than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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, 2013 Toyota Yaris (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2013 Toyota Yaris has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Yaris will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover City | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | City | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 42 L |
