2009 Honda Ridgeline vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 4 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Ridgeline (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2009 Honda Ridgeline.
Because 2009 Honda Ridgeline is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Ridgeline will offer significantly more control. 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 Ridgeline (336 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Ridgeline | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Ridgeline | 75 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 161 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1485 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |