2006 Rover 45 vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (77 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 246 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2006 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Vitara. (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Rover | Suzuki |
| Model | 45 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
