2005 Rover 45 vs. 1995 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota 4Runner (112 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 370 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 1995 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 1995 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
