2012 Audi A8 vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75.
Because 2012 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 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, 2012 Audi A8 (550 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Audi A8 | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Audi | Rover |
| Model | A8 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2967 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 243 km/hour | 211 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5136 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1948 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1461 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2992 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 65 L |
