2008 Rover 25 vs. 2010 Mazda 2
To start off, 2010 Mazda 2 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 25 would be higher. At 1,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda 2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda 2 weights approximately 224 kg more than 2008 Rover 25.
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, 2010 Mazda 2 (160 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda 2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 25 | 2010 Mazda 2 | |
Make | Rover | Mazda |
Model | 25 | 2 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 73.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 185 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 15 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |