2005 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. (108 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 128 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, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1543 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
