2008 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord 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, 2004 Rover 75 (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Honda Accord. (178 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 500 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (418 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 256 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 418 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |