2004 Rover 75 vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Echo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Echo would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Echo. (84 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 815 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Echo has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Echo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Echo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 925 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2380 mm |
