1997 Acura EL vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (118 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 291 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 2005 Rover 75 (160 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL. 2005 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 1997 Acura EL has manual transmission. 1997 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Acura EL | 2005 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | EL | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1079 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2750 mm |
