2004 Rover 45 vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle

To start off, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,475 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.

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 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Rover 45 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
Make Rover Volkswagen
Model 45 New Beetle
Year Released 2004 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 2475 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 100 HP 150 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 232 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84.5 mm 82.6 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.9 mm 92.7 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Top Speed 185 km/hour 204 km/hour
Drive Type Front Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1305 kg 1162 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4100 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2560 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.3 L/100km 9.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 55 L


 

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