2004 Rover 75 vs. 1999 Acura TL
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura TL would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1999 Acura TL. (226 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 105 kg more than 1999 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 75 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura TL. (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 1999 Acura TL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 75 | TL |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
