1996 Rover 400 vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400. 2010 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 400 | Pilot |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4849 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1847 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2774 mm |