2005 Rover 25 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Rover 25.
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, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 25 | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 25 | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.5 seconds | 11.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |