2004 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2008 Toyota Celica is newer by 4 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Celica (190 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Celica weights approximately 80 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, 2008 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2008 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
