1995 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2004 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Rover 400 weights approximately 6 kg more than 2004 Honda Pilot.
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, 2004 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400. 2004 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1995 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1995 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2004 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 400 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1114 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
