1996 Rover 400 vs. 2006 Rover 25
To start off, 2006 Rover 25 is newer by 10 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 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Rover 25 (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 400 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2006 Rover 25.
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 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 25. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 25.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2006 Rover 25 | |
Make | Rover | Rover |
Model | 400 | 25 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 182 Nm | 138 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |