2009 Honda Accord vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (198 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 628 kg more than 2003 Rover 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (234 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Rover 75. 2009 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2003 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2003 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Accord | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Honda | Rover |
| Model | Accord | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 234 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
