2006 Honda FR-V vs. 2000 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Honda FR-V is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda FR-V (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2000 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda FR-V weights approximately 134 kg more than 2000 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 FR-V (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda FR-V | 2000 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | FR-V | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
