2005 Rover 45 vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 5 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 880 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 2010 BMW X6 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 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, 2010 BMW X6 (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2010 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Rover | BMW |
| Model | 45 | X6 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 85 L |
