2000 Rover 45 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,394 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2012 Honda Insight. (98 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Honda Insight weights approximately 141 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
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, 2012 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 45 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 45 | Insight |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1394 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1105 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 40 L |