2005 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Audi Q7

To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 is newer by 7 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (225 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1110 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 2012 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 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, 2012 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2012 Audi Q7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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