2000 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 126 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 2006 Rover 75 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 2006 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2000 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 2000 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Honda S-MX | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | S-MX | 75 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1973 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |
