1996 Audi A4 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1996 Audi A4. (100 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1996 Audi A4. 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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Audi A4. (140 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Audi A4. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1996 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 1996 Audi A4 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:
| 1996 Audi A4 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2750 mm |
