2007 Honda Element vs. 1999 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Honda Element is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,352 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1999 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1999 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 Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Element | 1999 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Element | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2352 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 166 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
