Lexus IS 2005 vs Rover 45 1999
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.2 Diesel | 2.0 Diesel | |
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing belt | |
| Engine chain usually needs to be replaced less often than the timing belt, but the cost of replacing the chain is usually higher. Chain motors are considered to be more reliable, but noisier and more vibration generating. | |||
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 100 HP | |
| Torque: | 400 NM | 240 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.9 seconds | 10.6 seconds | |
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Lexus IS is more dynamic to drive. Lexus IS engine produces 77 HP more power than Rover 45, whereas torque is 160 NM more than Rover 45. Thanks to more power Lexus IS reaches 100 km/h speed 1.7 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 6.3 | 5.4 | |
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The Rover 45 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. Lexus IS consumes 0.9 litres more fuel per 100 km than the Rover 45, which means that if you drive 15,000 km in a year, the Lexus IS could require 135 litres more fuel. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 65 litres | 55 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1030 km in combined cycle | 1010 km in combined cycle | |
| 1200 km on highway | 1270 km on highway | ||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | Rear wheel drive (RWD) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
| Front-wheel drive cars (Rover 45) have better traction on slippery roads and when climbing hills, better fuel economy, and are less expensive to purchase. On the disadvantage side, FWD cars usually have less towing capacity, poorer acceleration and harder handling. Rear-wheel drive cars (Lexus IS) have better handling on dry roads, better acceleration, more even weight distribution and more fun to drive. RWD is also better for towing large loads. The cons of rear-wheel drive are less interior and trunk space and more difficulty maneuvering in wet and snowy conditions. | |||
Engines | |||
| Average engine lifespan: | 350'000 km | 350'000 km | |
| Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used. | |||
| Engine production duration: | 10 years | 11 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 5 other car models, including Toyota Avensis, Toyota RAV4, Toyota Auris | Installed on at least 3 other car models, including Honda Accord, Land Rover Freelander, Rover 25 | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. Lexus IS might be a better choice in this respect. | |||
| Lexus IS 2005 2.2 engine: The Toyota 2AD-FHV (2.2 D-CAT) is a powerful diesel engine, but it is also known for a number of serious reliability concerns. While it delivers strong performance, ownership costs can rise significantly once the mileage reaches around 150,000–200,000 km.
The most notorious weakness is failure of the ... More about Lexus IS 2005 2.2 engine | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.58 m | 4.52 m | |
| Width: | 1.80 m | 1.70 m | |
| Height: | 1.44 m | 1.39 m | |
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Lexus IS is larger. Lexus IS is 6 cm longer than the Rover 45, 10 cm wider, while the height of Lexus IS is 5 cm higher. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 378 litres | 470 litres | |
| Trunk max capacity: with rear seats folded down, if possible |
368 litres | 810 litres | |
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Rover 45 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, This could mean that the Lexus IS uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. The maximum boot capacity (with all rear seats folded down) is larger in Rover 45 (by 442 litres). | |||
| Turning diameter: | 10 meters | 10.4 meters | |
| The turning circle of the Lexus IS is 0.4 metres less than that of the Rover 45, which means Lexus IS can be easier to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight: | 2`075 kg | 1`720 kg | |
| Net weight: | 1`585 kg | 1`305 kg | |
| Load capacity: | 490 kg | 415 kg | |
| Lexus IS load capacity (permitted cargo and passenger weight) is par apmēram 15 procentiem more than Rover 45. Therefore, Lexus IS is more suitable for longer family trips or transporting heavier loads. | |||
| Safety: | no data | ||
| Quality: | no data | no data | |
| Average price (€): | 4000 | 1400 | |
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