2006 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Ford F-450
To start off, 2012 Ford F-450 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 6,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford F-450 (399 HP @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45.
Because 2012 Ford F-450 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, 2012 Ford F-450 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 Ford F-450 (1,085 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 947 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45. 2012 Ford F-450 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. 2012 Ford F-450 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 45 | 2012 Ford F-450 | |
| Make | Rover | Ford |
| Model | 45 | F-450 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 6700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 399 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 1085 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 6680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2438 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 2024 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 4379 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 142 L |
