2007 Honda Odyssey vs. 1997 Rover 400
To start off, 2007 Honda Odyssey is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 3,469 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
Because 2007 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Odyssey 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, 2007 Honda Odyssey (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2007 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Odyssey | 1997 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Odyssey | 400 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3469 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2560 mm |
