2000 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Audi A6
To start off, 2005 Audi A6 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A6 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A6 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2000 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 Audi A6 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75. 2005 Audi A6 has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Audi A6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 75 | 2005 Audi A6 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | 75 | A6 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2660 mm |