2005 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Audi A7
To start off, 2013 Audi A7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A7 (306 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A7 weights approximately 760 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Audi A7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Audi A7 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, 2013 Audi A7 (441 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2013 Audi A7 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | 45 | A7 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | single |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 306 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 441 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1910 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4969 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2139 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2914 mm |