1997 Rover 200 vs. 2006 Honda Legend
To start off, 2006 Honda Legend is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Legend (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Legend weights approximately 689 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. 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 Honda Legend (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200. 2006 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 200 | 2006 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 200 | Legend |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2006 |
| 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 | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 303 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2920 mm |
