2004 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2002 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 75 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 54 L |
