2005 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 305 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, 2012 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Rover | Kia |
Model | 45 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 53 L |