2001 Acura TL vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Acura TL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2001 Acura TL.
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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Acura TL. 2001 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 2008 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2008 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | TL | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |