2003 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 917 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Volkswagen T5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen T5 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, 2010 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover 75 | 2010 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | T5 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |