2001 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2001 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 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 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 118 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mazda 6 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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, 2001 Mazda 6 (165 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mazda 6 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1345 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
