2008 Rover 45 vs. 1999 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Forester weights approximately 120 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.
Because 1999 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Forester 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, 1999 Subaru Forester (240 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2008 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 1999 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 1999 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 1999 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 45 | Forester |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2530 mm |
