2002 Rover 25 vs. 2011 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2011 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 25 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2002 Rover 25. (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 441 kg more than 2002 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Honda Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 25. 2011 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2002 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Rover 25 | 2011 Honda Ridgeline | |
Make | Rover | Honda |
Model | 25 | Ridgeline |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1461 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1810 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3110 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 83 L |