2009 Nissan Patrol vs. 1996 Rover 200
To start off, 2009 Nissan Patrol is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 200 would be higher. At 4,758 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Patrol is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Patrol (254 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1996 Rover 200. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Patrol should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Patrol weights approximately 194 kg more than 1996 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Nissan Patrol 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 Patrol. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 200, 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 Patrol (425 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 200. (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Patrol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 200. 2009 Nissan Patrol has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 200 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Patrol will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Patrol | 1996 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Patrol | 200 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4758 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 425 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2510 mm |
