2005 Acura RSX vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, 2005 Acura RSX is newer by 4 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RSX (210 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2001 Rover 75. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 314 kg more than 2005 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 (260 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RSX. (194 Nm). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RSX | 2001 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RSX | 75 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 194 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2830 mm |
