2009 Audi Q7 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Audi Q7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi Q7 (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 440 kg more than 2009 Audi Q7.
Because 2009 Audi Q7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi Q7 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, 2009 Audi Q7 (361 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi Q7 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | Q7 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3597 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 65 L |
