2006 Rover 75 vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 240 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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, 2006 Rover 75 (240 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Celica. (177 Nm). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Celica. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Celica will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 75 L |
