2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 4,807 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 595 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (163 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Rover |
| Model | Silverado | 45 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 45 L |
