2002 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda Accord (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda Accord weights approximately 255 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. 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, 2002 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2002 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 45 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |