2005 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Citi
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Citi is newer by 5 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2010 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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Citi. (124 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Citi.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2010 Volkswagen Citi | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Citi |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1422 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 77.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
