2001 Ford EX vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford EX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford EX would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
Because 2001 Ford EX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX 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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | EX | 45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
