2006 Honda Accord vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 220 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Accord weights approximately 776 kg more than 1996 Rover 220. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 220. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 220. (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 220.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Accord | 1996 Rover 220 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 220 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1214 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.9 L/100km | 4.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |