2006 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 408 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 408 (147 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45.
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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Peugeot 408. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Peugeot 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2010 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 45 | 408 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1992 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
