1998 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda Accord (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Accord weights approximately 45 kg more than 2004 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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Accord. (158 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 45 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1849 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 158 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 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 | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2630 mm |