2002 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 9 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 331 kg more than 2002 Rover 75. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 75 | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1392 kg | 1723 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2919 mm |
