1996 Rover 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2008 Toyota Camry is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 600 would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Camry (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1996 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Camry weights approximately 75 kg more than 1996 Rover 600. 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, 2008 Toyota Camry (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Rover 600 | 2008 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Rover | Toyota |
Model | 600 | Camry |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1850 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |