2008 Honda FR-V vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2008 Honda FR-V. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 119 kg more than 2008 Honda FR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda FR-V. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda FR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda FR-V | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | FR-V | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.3 seconds | 11 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |