2008 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is newer by 2 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox weights approximately 559 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.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Equinox (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox 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. 2010 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2010 Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Make | Rover | Chevrolet |
| Model | 45 | Equinox |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1741 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2858 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 71 L |
