2006 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. (158 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 7 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2010 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1404 mm |
