2005 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2013 Nissan Juke 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Juke (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Juke weights approximately 200 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 Nissan Juke 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 Nissan Juke 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, both vehicles can yield 240 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2013 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 45 | Juke |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 45 L |
