2005 Rover 25 vs. 2000 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Corolla. (96 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2000 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2000 Toyota Corolla (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2000 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 71.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 50 L |
