2005 Rover 45 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Beetle
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is newer by 4 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Beetle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Beetle (172 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Beetle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2009 Volkswagen Beetle | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Beetle |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
