2007 Ford E-150 vs. 2002 Rover 45

To start off, 2007 Ford E-150 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 45 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford E-150 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45.

Let's talk about torque, 2007 Ford E-150 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45. 2007 Ford E-150 has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Ford E-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Ford E-150 2002 Rover 45
Make Ford Rover
Model E-150 45
Year Released 2007 2002
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4605 cc 1396 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 225 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 388 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5390 mm 4370 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 2060 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 3510 mm 2630 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 54 L