2008 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 4 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 152 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen T5. (104 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen T5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 855 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 75 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 75 | T5 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 104 HP |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 19 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3410 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
