1993 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Honda Accord (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Honda Accord weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 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, 2006 Rover 45 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Honda Accord. (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Honda Accord | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 45 |
Year Released | 1993 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 184 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1365 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |