2005 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 835 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4172 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2250 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 14.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
