2008 Acura MDX vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 4 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 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 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, 2008 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | MDX | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 65 L |
