2000 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is newer by 8 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Multivan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 75 (118 HP) has 35 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. (83 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Multivan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Multivan weights approximately 809 kg more than 2000 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, 2008 Volkswagen Multivan (201 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Multivan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 75 | 2008 Volkswagen Multivan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Multivan |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 83 HP |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
