2008 Audi A5 vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (349 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 105 kg more than 2001 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2008 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2008 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A5 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 349 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
