2000 Ford Mustang vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, both 2000 Ford Mustang and 2000 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2000 Ford Mustang. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Mustang weights approximately 33 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
Because 2000 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Mustang (447 Nm) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Mustang | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Ford | Rover |
Model | Mustang | 45 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 189 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |