2005 Mazda 6 vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 6 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda 6 (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda 6 weights approximately 353 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.
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 Mazda 6 (323 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 6 | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mazda | Rover |
Model | 6 | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 323 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1488 kg | 1135 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |