2003 Rover City vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover City would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (178 HP) has 94 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 543 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.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Passat is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Rover City. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Passat 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, 2008 Volkswagen Passat (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City. 2008 Volkswagen Passat has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover City has manual transmission. 2003 Rover City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Passat will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Rover City | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | City | Passat |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1405 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 178 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 371 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 78.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1583 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 62 L |
