2000 Audi A8 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2001 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (122 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi A8 weights approximately 155 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.
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, 2000 Audi A8 (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi A8 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1768 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2830 mm |
