2009 Honda Pilot vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 520 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Pilot | 1997 Rover 800 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Pilot | 800 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 343 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1435 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2780 mm |