2005 Mitsubishi Verada vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, both 2005 Mitsubishi Verada 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Verada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada (208 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Verada should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada weights approximately 280 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 Mitsubishi Verada (316 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Verada will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mitsubishi Verada | 2005 Rover 45 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
Model | Verada | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3495 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2630 mm |