2002 Acura CL vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2006 Rover 75 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura CL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura CL would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP) has 102 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (158 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | CL | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 158 HP |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 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 | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |
