2005 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2006 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1998 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 10.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
