2005 Rover 45 vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 165 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 2007 Toyota RAV4 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, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota RAV4. (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
