2005 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Volvo S80
To start off, 2013 Volvo S80 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S80 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S80 (296 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S80 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S80 weights approximately 679 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 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 Volvo S80 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S80 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Rover 45 | 2013 Volvo S80 | |
Make | Rover | Volvo |
Model | 45 | S80 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 93 mm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1829 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1861 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1493 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2835 mm |