2006 Rover 25 vs. 2002 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 1,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2006 Rover 25. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 25. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 330 kg more than 2006 Rover 25. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Nissan Maxima (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25. 2002 Nissan Maxima has automatic transmission and 2006 Rover 25 has manual transmission. 2006 Rover 25 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Nissan Maxima will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Rover 25 | 2002 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Rover | Nissan |
| Model | 25 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2760 mm |
