1994 Rover 400 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (112 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 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 (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Rover 400 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 400 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2540 mm |