2005 Porsche 911 vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,595 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 155 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Porsche 911 | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3595 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 316 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 285 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
