2009 Honda Accord vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Rover 75 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2002 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2002 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Honda Accord (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1129 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
