2009 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 1999 Rover 800
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Rover 800 would be higher. At 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1999 Rover 800. (173 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1999 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Rover 800 weights approximately 106 kg more than 2009 Nissan Pathfinder.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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 Pathfinder. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Rover 800, 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (288 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Rover 800. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | 1999 Rover 800 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Pathfinder | 800 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3953 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2780 mm |
