2000 Rover 45 vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rover 45 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. (112 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan X-Trail. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 335 kg more than 2000 Rover 45.
Because 2003 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Rover 45. 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Rover 45 | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 45 | X-Trail |
Year Released | 2000 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2184 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 112 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 189 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1600 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2540 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 60 L |