2004 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2013 Toyota Highlander is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Highlander (228 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 735 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Highlander will offer significantly more control. 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 Highlander (292 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2013 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 83 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 2109 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |