2008 Rover 45 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1066 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 2010 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, 2010 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, 2010 Volkswagen Touareg (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Rover 45 | 2010 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Rover | Volkswagen |
Model | 45 | Touareg |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 2406 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2855 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 100 L |