2002 Rover 45 vs. 2005 Saturn L
To start off, 2005 Saturn L is newer by 3 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 2,194 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Saturn L is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Saturn L (135 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Saturn L should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Saturn L weights approximately 215 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.
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, 2005 Saturn L (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Saturn L will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45. 2005 Saturn L has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Saturn L will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2005 Saturn L | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 45 | L |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 199 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 59 L |
