2005 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 150 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Prius |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1745 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
