2005 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Volkswagen GTD
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen GTD is newer by 6 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen GTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen GTD should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen GTD weights approximately 179 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, 2011 Volkswagen GTD (350 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen GTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2011 Volkswagen GTD | |
| Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
| Model | 45 | GTD |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1409 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
