2005 Rover 45 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Golf 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Golf (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 1077 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.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Golf. (170 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2009 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | Golf |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 19.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 2307 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
