1997 Xedos 6 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2000 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Xedos 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Xedos 6 would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1997 Xedos 6. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1997 Xedos 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1997 Xedos 6. 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, 2000 Rover 45 (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Xedos 6. (138 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Xedos 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Xedos 6 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Xedos | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 45 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2630 mm |
