1997 Nissan Rasheen vs. 2002 Rover 75
To start off, 2002 Rover 75 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Rover 75 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Rasheen 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, 2002 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Nissan Rasheen | 2002 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Rasheen | 75 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |
