1996 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 472 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Trans Sport | 45 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1702 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
