2008 Audi A5 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Audi A5 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 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 191 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 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 2008 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Audi A5 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Audi | Rover |
Model | A5 | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 349 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1536 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |