2004 Rover 45 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 298 kg more than 2004 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (138 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 45 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
