2002 Acura EL vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Rover 75 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2002 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 405 kg more than 2002 Acura EL. 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, 2008 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura EL. (156 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura EL. 2008 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2002 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2002 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Acura EL | 2008 Rover 75 | |
Make | Acura | Rover |
Model | EL | 75 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1951 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |