1995 Rover 400 vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Rover 400 (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris.
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, 1995 Rover 400 (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1995 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Rover 400 | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Auris |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2610 mm |
