2005 Nissan X-Trail vs. 2004 Rover 45
To start off, 2005 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 1 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan X-Trail (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2004 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 55 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Rover 45 (241 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan X-Trail. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan X-Trail.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan X-Trail | 2004 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | X-Trail | 45 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1230 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
