2005 Rover 75 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (122 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 618 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. 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 75 (162 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Citi. (118 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2007 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1423 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 857 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2410 mm |
