2006 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 1,894 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Golf.
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 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Golf has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Golf will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Golf | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Rover |
| Model | Golf | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1894 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.5 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
