2005 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 3 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 145 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 2008 Subaru Forester 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, 2008 Subaru Forester 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 45 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2501 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
