1996 Peugeot Partner vs. 1998 Rover 400
To start off, 1998 Rover 400 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Peugeot Partner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Peugeot Partner would be higher. At 1,761 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Rover 400 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1996 Peugeot Partner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Peugeot Partner weights approximately 50 kg more than 1998 Rover 400.
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, 1998 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Peugeot Partner. (147 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1998 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Peugeot Partner | 1998 Rover 400 | |
| Make | Peugeot | Rover |
| Model | Partner | 400 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2630 mm |
