2008 Rover 45 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, both 2008 Rover 45 and 2008 Volkswagen Jetta were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 170 kg more than 2008 Rover 45.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta 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 Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Jetta 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 Jetta | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 139 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 95.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 189 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.3 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4220 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |