2001 Honda City vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda City. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda City would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Honda City. (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda City. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 590 kg more than 2001 Honda City. 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, 2008 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda City has manual transmission. 2001 Honda City will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda City | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | City | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1343 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2750 mm |