2000 Rover 45 vs. 2013 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2013 Nissan Versa is newer by 13 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 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Rover 45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Versa. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Versa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rover 45 weights approximately 141 kg more than 2013 Nissan Versa. 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, 2000 Rover 45 (189 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Versa. (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Rover 45 | 2013 Nissan Versa | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 45 | Versa |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1124 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4455 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 41 L |
