2005 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (168 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 75 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4868 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1487 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2803 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |