2008 Rover 75 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan weights approximately 167 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.
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 Tiguan (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Tiguan 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 Tiguan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 75 | Tiguan |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.6 seconds | 10.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1374 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4426 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1809 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1703 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |