2003 Audi A6 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Audi A6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Audi A6 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Audi A6 weights approximately 333 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2003 Audi A6 (400 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Audi A6 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 12.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
