2001 Nissan Altima vs. 2003 Rover 75
To start off, 2003 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Altima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Altima would be higher. At 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Nissan Altima (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2003 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2003 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Rover 75 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2001 Nissan Altima.
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, 2003 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Altima. (213 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Altima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Altima | 2003 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Altima | 75 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2389 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
