2005 Ford E-150 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Ford E-150 is newer by 1 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford E-150 weights approximately 1043 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford E-150 (373 Nm) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (185 Nm). This means 2005 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford E-150 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | E-150 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2383 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
