2006 Honda Civic vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2006 Honda Civic. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Civic.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Civic. 2006 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Civic | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 75 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1996 cc |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |