2005 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Eos is newer by 4 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 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Eos weights approximately 55 kg more than 2005 Rover 75.
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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Eos. (200 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Eos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2009 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
