2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (166 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 100 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. 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, 2005 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Civic. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Civic. 2005 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2008 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2008 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.4 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
