2000 Honda Prelude vs. 2002 Rover 45
To start off, 2002 Rover 45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda Prelude. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda Prelude would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Honda Prelude (131 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2002 Rover 45. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Honda Prelude weights approximately 135 kg more than 2002 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, 2000 Honda Prelude (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 45. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda Prelude | 2002 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Prelude | 45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 45 L |
