2008 Nissan X-Trail vs. 1995 Rover 400
To start off, 2008 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1995 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1995 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 480 kg more than 1995 Rover 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan X-Trail is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2008 Nissan X-Trail (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Rover 400. (183 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan X-Trail | 1995 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | X-Trail | 400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2630 mm |
