1994 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Forester (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Rover 400.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (245 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2530 mm |
