2005 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Volkswagen Sharan. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Volkswagen Sharan would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 533 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, 2004 Volkswagen Sharan (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2004 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1668 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |
