2003 Mazda 6 vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Mazda 6 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mazda 6 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2000 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, 2003 Mazda 6 (168 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Mazda 6 | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 6 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 45 L |
