2005 Honda CR-V vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 2005 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda CR-V (148 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1998 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 400.
Because 2005 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 400. 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 (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda CR-V | 1998 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | CR-V | 400 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2560 mm |