2006 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen GTI.
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, 2009 Volkswagen GTI (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2009 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
