1996 Nissan Primera vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Nissan Primera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Nissan Primera would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Rover 75 (175 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1996 Nissan Primera. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1996 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 276 kg more than 1996 Nissan Primera. 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, 2004 Rover 75 (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Nissan Primera. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Primera | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Primera | 75 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2750 mm |
