2008 Audi A8 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Audi A8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A8 (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A8 weights approximately 462 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 A8 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 A8 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 A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A8 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1836 kg | 1374 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
