2002 Rover 45 vs. 2001 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Volkswagen Bora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Volkswagen Bora would be higher. At 2,324 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Volkswagen Bora (169 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Volkswagen Bora is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (225 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2001 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2001 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Bora |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2324 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
