2007 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 886 kg more than 2005 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Volkswagen Touareg | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Volkswagen | Rover |
Model | Touareg | 75 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 218 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.6 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 | 2256 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |