2010 Nissan Sentra vs. 2004 Rover 75
To start off, 2010 Nissan Sentra is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Rover 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Rover 75 would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Sentra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Sentra (140 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Sentra should accelerate faster than 2004 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Rover 75 weights approximately 287 kg more than 2010 Nissan Sentra.
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, 2004 Rover 75 (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Sentra. (199 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2004 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Sentra. 2004 Rover 75 has automatic transmission and 2010 Nissan Sentra has manual transmission. 2010 Nissan Sentra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Nissan Sentra | 2004 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Nissan | Rover |
| Model | Sentra | 75 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4567 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1791 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1511 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2685 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 65 L |
