2003 Honda Pilot vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 2003 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Pilot (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Pilot weights approximately 39 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. 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, 2003 Honda Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200. 2003 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1998 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1998 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Pilot | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Pilot | 200 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1114 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
