1999 Mazda Demio vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1999 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mazda Demio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Mazda Demio. 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, 2005 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mazda Demio | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | Demio | 45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1322 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2630 mm |
