2006 Audi A4 vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Audi A4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 75 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Audi A4 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 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, 2006 Audi A4 (285 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2830 mm |
