2005 Rover 25 vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 3,546 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 1471 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Toyota Highlander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 2008 Toyota Highlander has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Toyota Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 25 | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3546 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 73 L |
