2008 Rover 45 vs. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 382 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 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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, 2001 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2008 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Vauxhall Frontera has manual transmission. 2001 Vauxhall Frontera 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 | 2001 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Rover | Vauxhall |
| Model | 45 | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 185 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2470 mm |
