2006 Honda Pilot vs. 1990 Rover 400
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1990 Rover 400. (115 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1990 Rover 400.
Because 2006 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot will offer significantly more control. 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 Pilot (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Rover 400. (144 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Rover 400. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1990 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1990 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda Pilot | 1990 Rover 400 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Pilot | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1590 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 | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 328 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2560 mm |