1999 Rover 800 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 235 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. 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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 800 | Legend |
Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2910 mm |