2005 Rover 45 vs. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 605 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 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan 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, 2000 Volkswagen Sharan (271 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2000 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2792 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1785 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |