2006 Honda Civic vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Civic (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Civic weights approximately 887 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 45. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Civic 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 Civic (174 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2000 Rover 45 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 45 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 54 L |