2008 Porsche 911 vs. 2001 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 45 would be higher. At 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (321 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 2001 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 290 kg more than 2001 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 will offer significantly more control. 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 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 45. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Porsche 911 | 2001 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Porsche | Rover |
| Model | 911 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3824 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 54 L |
