2006 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Polo 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (104 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (153 Nm @ 300 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Polo |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 153 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 300 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 182 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.8 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 45 L |