2004 Rover 45 vs. 2011 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2011 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 45. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 45 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 365 kg more than 2004 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, 2011 Nissan Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Rover 45. (160 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Rover 45 | 2011 Nissan Qashqai | |
Make | Rover | Nissan |
Model | 45 | Qashqai |
Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1793 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.3 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 15.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |