2005 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Toyota BB
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota BB would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2001 Toyota BB. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota BB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Toyota BB. 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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota BB. (150 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota BB. 2001 Toyota BB has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota BB will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2001 Toyota BB | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | BB |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 84.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
