2000 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen T5 is newer by 12 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2012 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1202 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 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, 2012 Volkswagen T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen T5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 45 | 2012 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | T5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |