2009 Honda Accord vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 25. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 25 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (100 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 430 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. 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, 2006 Rover 25 (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Accord. (234 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 25 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 234 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 84.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 19.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |