2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,202 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (137 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda CR-V weights approximately 425 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Honda CR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda CR-V | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2202 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
