2006 Audi A4 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Audi A4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Audi A4 would be higher. At 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2006 Audi A4. (128 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 226 kg more than 2006 Audi A4. 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, 2008 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Audi A4. (195 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Audi A4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Audi A4 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A4 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 208 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
