2008 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 102 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 48 kg more than 2008 Rover 45.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Rover | Rover |
| Model | 45 | 45 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |
