2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2001 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 25 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2001 Rover 25. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 488 kg more than 2001 Rover 25. 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 25. (95 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 25. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 25 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 | 2001 Rover 25 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Pilot | 25 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1119 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
