2004 Rover 45 vs. 2001 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avalon (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 526 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 2001 Toyota Avalon (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avalon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 2001 Toyota Avalon has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avalon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2001 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1793 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
