2006 Rover 45 vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 120 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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, 1995 Toyota RAV4 (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
