1998 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Audi A6
To start off, 2012 Audi A6 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A6 (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1998 Rover 75. (150 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 75.
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, 2012 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Rover 75 | 2012 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 75 | A6 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1950 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4915 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2911 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 75 L |
