2004 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, both 2004 Rover 45 and 2004 Vauxhall Frontera were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 590 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 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera 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. 2004 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 45 | 2004 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
Model | 45 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |