2008 GMC Acadia vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 GMC Acadia 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 GMC Acadia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 GMC Acadia (275 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 GMC Acadia weights approximately 582 kg more than 2004 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2008 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 GMC Acadia | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Acadia | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2142 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 65 L |
