2000 Acura RL vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura RL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura RL would be higher. At 3,472 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura RL (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Acura RL weights approximately 335 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. 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, 2000 Acura RL (304 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Acura RL | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RL | 45 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3472 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 66.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
