2004 Rover 45 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 2004 Rover 45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Acura EL would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 45 weights approximately 151 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
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, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 45 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 45 | EL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2619 mm |
