2007 Nissan Altima vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2007 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 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, 2007 Nissan Altima (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 271 kg more than 2007 Nissan Altima.
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, 2007 Nissan Altima, 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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Nissan Altima. (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Nissan Altima. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2007 Nissan Altima has manual transmission. 2007 Nissan Altima will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Nissan Altima | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Altima | 75 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3490 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1469 kg | 1740 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 18.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |
