2004 Kia Sportage vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 4 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 1,983 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Kia Sportage | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Kia | Rover |
| Model | Sportage | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1983 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |
