2006 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Toyota Sequoia
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 Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sequoia (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1099 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.
Because 2005 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sequoia 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 Toyota Sequoia (427 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2005 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2279 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5210 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 99 L |
