2005 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen CC 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen CC (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 598 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC 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 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2010 Volkswagen CC | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | CC |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1748 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4798 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |