2006 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (116 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 15 kg more than 2006 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 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volkswagen Bora. 2004 Volkswagen Bora has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Bora will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2004 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Bora |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |