2011 Volkswagen GTI vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTI should accelerate faster than 2001 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTI (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (260 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75. 2001 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2011 Volkswagen GTI has manual transmission. 2011 Volkswagen GTI will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Volkswagen GTI | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Rover |
| Model | GTI | 75 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4211 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1778 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1468 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2578 mm | 2830 mm |
