2009 Honda Accord vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Honda Accord is newer by 5 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Accord (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (175 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Accord weights approximately 508 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.
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 (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 75. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Accord | 2004 Rover 75 | |
Make | Honda | Rover |
Model | Accord | 75 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 271 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2043 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |