2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Honda CR-V is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda CR-V (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2009 Honda CR-V.
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, 2009 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Rover 75. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Rover 75. 2009 Honda CR-V has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda CR-V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda CR-V | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | CR-V | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 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 | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2830 mm |
