2002 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Peugeot 1007
To start off, 2008 Peugeot 1007 is newer by 6 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 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 45 (100 HP) has 28 more horse power than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Peugeot 1007. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Peugeot 1007 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Rover 45 (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Peugeot 1007. (118 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Peugeot 1007. 2008 Peugeot 1007 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. 2008 Peugeot 1007 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2008 Peugeot 1007 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 45 | 1007 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |
