2004 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (63 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (125 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.2 seconds | 17 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |
