2005 Audi A3 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Audi A3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Audi A3 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A3 (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2005 Audi A3.
Because 2005 Audi A3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Audi A3 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, 2006 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Audi A3 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A3 | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.1 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 65 L |