2008 Mazda MPV vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, both 2008 Mazda MPV and 2008 Rover 45 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda MPV (139 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda MPV should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda MPV weights approximately 344 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda MPV (195 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda MPV | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | MPV | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.8 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 55 L |
