2004 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 7 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 28 kg more than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
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 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 75 | 2011 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 200 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1557 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4427 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |