2006 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (130 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 72 kg more than 2005 Toyota Corolla. 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 (215 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Corolla. (170 Nm). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1158 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
