2008 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial

To start off, both 2008 Rover 45 and 2008 Volkswagen Commercial were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,461 cc, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 108 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. 2008 Volkswagen Commercial weights approximately 56 kg more than 2008 Rover 45.

Because 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial 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, 2008 Volkswagen Commercial (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Commercial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Rover 45 2008 Volkswagen Commercial
Make Rover Volkswagen
Model 45 Commercial
Year Released 2008 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1588 cc 2461 cc
Horse Power 108 HP 108 HP
Torque 139 Nm 280 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 1900 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 190 km/hour 139 km/hour
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 1236 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5590 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1940 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 2580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 3560 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.9 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 80 L


 

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