2001 Rover 25 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 212 kg more than 2001 Rover 25. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Golf (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Rover 25 | 2005 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 25 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1119 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1242 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
