2004 Rover 25 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 25 (101 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Rover 25.
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 Rover 25 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 25 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 25 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
