2006 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 4 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (119 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 94 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Jetta (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 75 | 2010 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1464 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4557 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |