1998 Audi A3 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 6 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 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Audi A3. (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1998 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 445 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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Audi A3. (144 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A3 | 75 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 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 | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
