2008 Rover 75 vs. 2008 Audi A4

To start off, both 2008 Rover 75 and 2008 Audi A4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Audi A4. (217 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A4 weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.

Because 2008 Audi A4 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 A4 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 A4 (300 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Audi A4 has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Audi A4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Rover 75 2008 Audi A4
Make Rover Audi
Model 75 A4
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 2975 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 5 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 217 HP
Torque 245 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90.2 mm 82.5 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 92.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 236 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.6 seconds 8.9 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1415 kg 1610 kg
Vehicle Length 4750 mm 4550 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2750 mm 2660 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.4 L/100km 10.9 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 65 L 66 L


 

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