2008 Rover 75 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 75 would be higher. 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 118 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (138 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 892 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (321 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 75 | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 138 HP |
Torque | 245 Nm | 321 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 207 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 9.7 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |