2002 Honda Accord 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 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Accord would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 75 (256 HP) has 98 more horse power than 2002 Honda Accord. (158 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2002 Honda Accord. 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 (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Accord. (219 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Accord | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 256 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1382 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |
