2008 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tundra is newer by 3 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 3,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tundra (233 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2008 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2011 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 45. (139 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 45. 2011 Toyota Tundra 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. 2011 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Rover 45 | 2011 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 45 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 3998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 50 L |
