2005 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Polo 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Polo (148 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Polo should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 66 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
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 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Polo. (221 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2008 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Polo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1164 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
