2011 Toyota Venza vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 171 kg more than 2005 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Venza | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Toyota | Rover |
| Model | Venza | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2700 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 246 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4801 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1905 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 65 L |
