2004 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, both 2004 Rover 75 and 2004 Volkswagen Golf were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 19 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 2004 Volkswagen Golf (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75. 2004 Volkswagen Golf has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Golf will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2004 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1968 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 |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 7.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
