2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2005 Rover 25
To start off, 2007 Honda Pilot is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 25 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Pilot (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2005 Rover 25. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 900 kg more than 2005 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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 Pilot (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 25. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 25. 2007 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2005 Rover 25 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Pilot | 25 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |