2008 Rover 45 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Rover 45 would be higher. At 3,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP @ 2650 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1014 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 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg (360 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 45 | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2650 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 96.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1236 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |