2005 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Audi A1
To start off, 2012 Audi A1 is newer by 7 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Audi A1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A1 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A1 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 45 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2012 Audi A1.
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, 2012 Audi A1 (320 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2012 Audi A1 | |
Make | Rover | Audi |
Model | 45 | A1 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.5 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3954 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1416 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2469 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 34 L |