1996 Rover 400 vs. 2002 Mazda 6
To start off, 2002 Mazda 6 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 400 would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda 6 (148 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda 6 weights approximately 305 kg more than 1996 Rover 400. 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, 1996 Rover 400 (182 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Mazda 6. (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Mazda 6. 2002 Mazda 6 has automatic transmission and 1996 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1996 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2002 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Rover | Mazda |
Model | 400 | 6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |