2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 150 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda Vamos is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Honda Vamos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Vamos (149 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm). This means 2002 Honda Vamos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 2002 Honda Vamos has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Honda Vamos will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Honda Vamos | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Vamos | 25 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 656 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 123 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |