1996 Rover 400 vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 16 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 1,589 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1996 Rover 400. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1996 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 400 | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Rover | Peugeot |
| Model | 400 | 408 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2710 mm |
