2000 Rover 75 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2004 Honda Legend is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 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 (296 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 374 kg more than 2000 Rover 75. 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 (303 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2000 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2000 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 75 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 75 | Legend |
Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 161 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1764 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |