2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Civic (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Civic weights approximately 116 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. 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, 2004 Honda Civic (133 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Civic | 25 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1226 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 50 L |
