1992 Rover 400 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1992 Rover 400. (86 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1992 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 666 kg more than 1992 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Rover 400. (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Rover 400 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 400 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2630 mm |
