2001 Nissan Pickup vs. 2008 Rover 45
To start off, 2008 Rover 45 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Nissan Pickup. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Nissan Pickup would be higher. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Nissan Pickup is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Rover 45 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (82 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45 should accelerate faster than 2001 Nissan Pickup. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Nissan Pickup weights approximately 105 kg more than 2008 Rover 45.
Because 2001 Nissan Pickup is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Nissan Pickup. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Rover 45, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2008 Rover 45 (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Nissan Pickup. (163 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Nissan Pickup. 2008 Rover 45 has automatic transmission and 2001 Nissan Pickup has manual transmission. 2001 Nissan Pickup will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Rover 45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Nissan Pickup | 2008 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pickup | 45 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2630 mm |
