2007 Audi A6 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Audi A6 is newer by 1 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A6 (296 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A6 weights approximately 680 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.
Because 2007 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A6 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Audi A6 (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A6 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A6 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1860 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.7 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
