2005 Rover 45 vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, both 2005 Rover 45 and 2005 Toyota 4Runner were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 825 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 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner 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, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (435 Nm) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2055 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 87 L |
