2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (260 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser weights approximately 265 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser 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, 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser (367 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser has manual transmission. 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota FJ Cruiser | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | FJ Cruiser | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4671 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1811 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
