2003 Pininfarina Enjoy vs. 2000 Rover 45

To start off, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (133 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy.

Because 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 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 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy (178 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2000 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy has manual transmission. 2003 Pininfarina Enjoy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Pininfarina Enjoy 2000 Rover 45
Make Pininfarina Rover
Model Enjoy 45
Year Released 2003 2000
Engine Size 1794 cc 1795 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 133 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 6200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 178 Nm 163 Nm
Torque RPM 4850 RPM 3000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 750 kg 1155 kg
Vehicle Length 3750 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1080 mm 1400 mm


 

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