2005 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura MDX weights approximately 339 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura MDX. (343 Nm). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | MDX | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2019 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
