2006 Honda CR-V vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Honda CR-V is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda CR-V (149 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 560 kg more than 1999 Rover 75. 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, 2006 Honda CR-V (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda CR-V | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
