2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey 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 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 550 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 Odyssey (325 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Odyssey | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2750 mm |
