2006 Rover 75 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2006 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 320 kg more than 2006 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 75 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Rover | Acura |
| Model | 75 | TL |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |
