2006 Rover 45 vs. 2012 BMW 328
To start off, 2012 BMW 328 is newer by 6 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 328 weights approximately 320 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 2012 BMW 328 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW 328 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, 2012 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Rover 45 | 2012 BMW 328 | |
Make | Rover | BMW |
Model | 45 | 328 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4536 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1816 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 57 L |