1993 Rover 200 vs. 2001 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2001 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,487 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1993 Rover 200. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1993 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Nissan X-Trail (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Rover 200. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Rover 200 | 2001 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 200 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2487 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1450 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2630 mm |
