2009 Nissan NP300 vs. 2006 Rover 75
To start off, 2009 Nissan NP300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Rover 75 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan NP300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 75 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Nissan NP300. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan NP300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan NP300 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2006 Rover 75.
Because 2009 Nissan NP300 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 2009 Nissan NP300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Rover 75, 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, 2006 Rover 75 (215 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan NP300. (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan NP300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan NP300 | 2006 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | NP300 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 112 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 65 L |
