2005 Honda HR-V vs. 2004 Rover 75
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 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 131 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. 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 75. 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 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 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 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | HR-V | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1309 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |