2005 Toyota Avensis vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Avensis would be higher. Both 2005 Toyota Avensis and 2008 Rover 75 are equipped with a 1,796 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (127 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 216 kg more than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Avensis. (171 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Avensis | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Avensis | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 171 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |
