2005 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 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 1,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2012 Peugeot 408. (110 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Peugeot 408.
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 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Peugeot 408. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Peugeot 408. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2012 Peugeot 408 has manual transmission. 2012 Peugeot 408 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 45 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
