2004 Mazda 2 vs. 2003 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Mazda 2 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Mazda 2. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 2 weights approximately 15 kg more than 2003 Rover 45.
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, 2004 Mazda 2 (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda 2 | 2003 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | 2 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1125 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 54 L |
