2004 Rover 45 vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 3,398 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 490 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.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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, 2001 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2001 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3270 mm |
