1999 Rover 800 vs. 2011 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2011 Nissan Murano is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Murano (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Murano weights approximately 324 kg more than 1999 Rover 800. 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, 2011 Nissan Murano (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Rover 800 | 2011 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 800 | Murano |
Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1759 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4823 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2824 mm |