2005 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Audi A8
To start off, 2013 Audi A8 is newer by 8 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 3,991 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A8 (367 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A8 weights approximately 684 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 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 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, 2013 Audi A8 (445 Nm) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (185 Nm). This means 2013 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2013 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Rover | Audi |
| Model | 45 | A8 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 3991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 8 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 445 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66.2 mm | 89.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2024 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5267 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2111 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3122 mm |
