2001 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. Both 2001 Honda Accord and 2006 Rover 45 are equipped with a 1,997 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (145 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 45 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Honda Accord. 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, 2001 Honda Accord (189 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45. 2006 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda Accord | 2006 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 45 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 66.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |