2002 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 565 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (250 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (138 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 64 L |
