2009 Nissan Qashqai vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 2009 Nissan Qashqai is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 600 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Qashqai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Qashqai (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Qashqai should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Qashqai weights approximately 260 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Qashqai (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Qashqai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Nissan Qashqai | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Qashqai | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
