2006 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Passat
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 Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. (128 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2004 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 144 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, 2004 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2004 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 128 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1596 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 62 L |