2006 Honda Pilot vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Pilot would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda Pilot weights approximately 43 kg more than 2008 Rover 75.
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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2006 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2006 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 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 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Pilot | 75 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 65 L |
