2005 Hyundai Grandeur vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Grandeur is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45.
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, 2005 Hyundai Grandeur (293 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Hyundai Grandeur will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Grandeur | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Rover |
| Model | Grandeur | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
