2004 Rover 75 vs. 2002 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2004 Rover 75 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan X-Trail. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan X-Trail would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan X-Trail (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Nissan X-Trail.
Because 2002 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Rover 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Nissan X-Trail will offer significantly more control. 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 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Nissan X-Trail. 2002 Nissan X-Trail has automatic transmission and 2004 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2004 Rover 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan X-Trail will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2002 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 75 | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1404 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 60 L |
