2005 Rover 45 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 SsangYong Korando. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 SsangYong Korando would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 701 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 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Rover | SsangYong |
Model | 45 | Korando |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |