2002 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 8 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 1451 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 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe 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. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Rover 45 | 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 45 | Tahoe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 2556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 98 L |
