2008 Audi A3 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Audi A3 and 2008 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (158 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Audi A3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 126 kg more than 2008 Audi A3. 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, 2008 Audi A3 (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A3 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A3 | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2100 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 | 187 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.7 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |