2002 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Rover City

To start off, 2003 Rover City is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Audi A4 (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Audi A4 weights approximately 310 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 2002 Audi A4 (200 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Audi A4 2003 Rover City
Make Audi Rover
Model A4 City
Year Released 2002 2003
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 1405 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 148 HP 84 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 119 Nm
Torque RPM 3250 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 11.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1040 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 3710 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1630 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 37 L


 

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