2004 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 330 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 330 (300 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | BMW | Rover |
| Model | 330 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |
