2006 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Kombi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 54 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Kombi weights approximately 769 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, 2009 Volkswagen Kombi (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Kombi 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 Kombi | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Kombi |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1895 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 104 HP |
Torque | 215 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.6 seconds | 18.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2219 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |