2004 Rover 75 vs. 2001 Honda Capa

To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Capa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Capa would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Honda Capa. (97 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Capa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2001 Honda Capa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 Rover 75 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 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Capa, 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, 2004 Rover 75 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Capa. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Capa.

Compare all specifications:

2004 Rover 75 2001 Honda Capa
Make Rover Honda
Model 75 Capa
Year Released 2004 2001
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4601 cc 1493 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 256 HP 97 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 410 Nm 136 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1740 kg 1080 kg
Wheelbase Size 2630 mm 2370 mm


 

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