2007 Honda Accord vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 117 kg more than 2007 Honda Accord.
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, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2005 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 286 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 82.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |