2008 Audi RS6 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Audi RS6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi RS6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi RS6 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi RS6 weights approximately 430 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi RS6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi RS6 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 RS6 (560 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi RS6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi RS6 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | RS6 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.7 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 65 L |
