2008 Rover 45 vs. 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 381 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
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 Rover 45 (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+. (106 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 45 | 2002 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Rover | Suzuki |
Model | 45 | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1171 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Top Speed | 193 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |