2005 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Lexus IS and 2005 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 425 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Lexus IS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lexus IS (288 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus IS | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Lexus | Rover |
| Model | IS | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
