2002 Rover 75 vs. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2006 Volkswagen Jetta (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Volkswagen Jetta will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2006 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
