2000 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (276 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (424 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2011 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 424 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |
