2004 Rover 75 vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2005 Honda Z is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 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 205 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Honda Z. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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, 2004 Rover 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 75 | Z |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 35 L |
