2002 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Rover 800
To start off, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1997 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 515 kg more than 1997 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Nissan Pathfinder (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pathfinder | 800 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 359 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2780 mm |
