2006 Honda Odyssey vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Honda Odyssey is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 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 129 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 515 kg more than 2003 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75. 2006 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Odyssey | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Odyssey | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2830 mm |
