2008 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Toyota Corolla
To start off, both 2008 Rover 75 and 2008 Toyota Corolla were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Corolla (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 5 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Corolla (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 75 | 2008 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 75 | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 15.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |