2002 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Acura RSX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura RSX (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 2001 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2002 Acura RSX.
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, 2001 Rover 75 (240 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura RSX. (193 Nm). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura RSX | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RSX | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2830 mm |
