2007 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 22 kg more than 2002 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, 2007 Honda Civic (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Civic | 2002 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Civic | 75 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 215 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 64 L |