2009 Fiat Fiorino vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Fiat Fiorino 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 1,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 45 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 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, 2008 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. (118 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Fiorino. 2008 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2009 Fiat Fiorino has manual transmission. 2009 Fiat Fiorino will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Fiorino | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Rover |
| Model | Fiorino | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 203 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16.2 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 55 L |
