1999 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda HR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda HR-V would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1999 Honda HR-V. (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V will offer significantly more control. 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 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1999 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 1999 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda HR-V | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | HR-V | 75 |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1740 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2630 mm |