2004 Rover 45 vs. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Volkswagen Corrado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Volkswagen Corrado would be higher. At 2,861 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Volkswagen Corrado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Volkswagen Corrado weights approximately 75 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 1995 Volkswagen Corrado (245 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Volkswagen Corrado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 1995 Volkswagen Corrado | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Corrado |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2861 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 40 L |
