2005 Rover 45 vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, both 2005 Rover 45 and 2005 Rover 25 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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, 2005 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 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 | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 45 | 25 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 19.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
