1996 Rover 400 vs. 2007 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2007 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 11 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Fortuner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (161 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Fortuner should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 400.
Because 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2007 Toyota Fortuner (344 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Fortuner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 400 | 2007 Toyota Fortuner | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 400 | Fortuner |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |