2002 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 4 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (158 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (152 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Rover 75 weights approximately 610 kg more than 2002 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Accord | 2006 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 158 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 216 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.6 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |