2008 Acura RL vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Acura RL 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Because 2008 Acura RL 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 RL 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 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Acura RL. (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Acura | Rover |
| Model | RL | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
