2004 Rover 75 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Because 2004 Rover 75 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Rover 75. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (410 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Rover 75 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 75 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.4 seconds | 5.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1617 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.3 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
