2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Honda HR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda HR-V (119 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda HR-V weights approximately 87 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 2005 Honda HR-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, 2005 Honda HR-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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda HR-V | 2004 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | HR-V | 45 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1230 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 55 L |