2009 Honda Odyssey vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2009 Honda Odyssey is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Odyssey (244 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 101 kg more than 2009 Honda Odyssey.
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 Odyssey (332 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45. 2009 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 45 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 45 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Odyssey | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Odyssey | 45 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1997 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 | 5700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 55 L |
