2005 Rover 75 vs. 2011 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Sentra (177 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 33 kg more than 2011 Nissan Sentra.
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 Sentra (233 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Sentra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 75 | 2011 Nissan Sentra | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 75 | Sentra |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2500 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 1382 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 55 L |
