2006 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Audi A1
To start off, 2010 Audi A1 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A1 (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 25 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2010 Audi A1.
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, 2010 Audi A1 (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 25 | 2010 Audi A1 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 25 | A1 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.8 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3954 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1416 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2469 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 34 L |
