2004 Nissan Xterra vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2004 Nissan Xterra is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Xterra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (108 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 563 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Xterra (209 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Xterra | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Xterra | 200 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1628 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2510 mm |
