2006 Rover 45 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 2,769 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 405 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen Passat (279 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2005 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Passat |
Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2769 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 279 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1587 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 62 L |