2005 Rover 45 vs. 2004 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 Rover 45 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda Legend (291 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 2005 Rover 45. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda Legend weights approximately 440 kg more than 2005 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Honda Legend (298 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 45. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 45. 2004 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 45 | 2004 Honda Legend | |
| Make | Rover | Honda |
| Model | 45 | Legend |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 91 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
