2005 Rover 45 vs. 2000 Vauxhall Astra
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Vauxhall Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Vauxhall Astra would be higher. At 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Vauxhall Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Vauxhall Astra should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Vauxhall Astra weights approximately 75 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, 2000 Vauxhall Astra (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Vauxhall Astra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2000 Vauxhall Astra has manual transmission. 2000 Vauxhall Astra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2000 Vauxhall Astra | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 45 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
