2005 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1997 Rover 200
To start off, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 200 would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1997 Rover 200. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 1154 kg more than 1997 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 200. (128 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | 1997 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pathfinder | 200 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |
