2006 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 175 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
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 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Avensis 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 | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2229 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
