2001 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 430 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna 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 Sienna (328 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 75 | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 75 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3040 mm |
