2003 Rover City vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2003 Rover City 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover City is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2003 Rover City. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 65 kg more than 2003 Rover City. 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, 2000 Rover 45 (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover City. (119 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover City.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Rover City | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | City | 45 |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1405 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 84 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 54 L |