2005 Audi A4 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, both 2005 Audi A4 and 2005 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A4 (129 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A4 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A4 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 212 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.9 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
