2006 Honda Element vs. 1994 Rover 200
To start off, 2006 Honda Element is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Element (156 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1994 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Element weights approximately 915 kg more than 1994 Rover 200. 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 200. (128 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 200. 2006 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1994 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1994 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Element | 1994 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | 200 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
