2009 Audi TT vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Audi TT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2009 Audi TT. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2009 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi TT, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Audi TT. (281 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Audi TT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi TT | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | TT | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 281 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
