2008 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (115 HP) has 61 more horse power than 2008 Fiat 500. (54 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2008 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2008 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Fiat 500. (146 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Fiat 500 | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Fiat | Rover |
Model | 500 | 45 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 115 HP |
Torque | 146 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 89.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 165 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1236 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 55 L |