1996 Rover 400 vs. 2004 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2004 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 8 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 3,376 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (194 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2004 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2004 Toyota Tacoma (280 Nm) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2004 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Rover | Toyota |
| Model | 400 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3100 mm |
