2004 Nissan Primera vs. 2000 Rover 45
To start off, 2004 Nissan Primera is newer by 4 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 1,768 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Primera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Primera (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Primera should accelerate faster than 2000 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Primera weights approximately 165 kg more than 2000 Rover 45. 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, 2004 Nissan Primera (158 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Rover 45. (127 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Nissan Primera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Primera | 2000 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Primera | 45 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 158 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 54 L |
