2006 Rover 45 vs. 2000 Saturn LW
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Saturn LW. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Saturn LW would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Saturn LW is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Saturn LW (136 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Saturn LW should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Saturn LW weights approximately 218 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Saturn LW (193 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Saturn LW will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45. 2000 Saturn LW has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Saturn LW will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2000 Saturn LW | |
| Make | Rover | Saturn |
| Model | 45 | LW |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |
