1998 Audi A3 vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 1999 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Audi A3 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 75 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Audi A3. 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, 1999 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A3 | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
