1997 Ford F-150 vs. 1998 Rover 200
To start off, 1998 Rover 200 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1998 Rover 200. (140 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1998 Rover 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 870 kg more than 1998 Rover 200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Rover 200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Rover 200. (185 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Rover 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 1998 Rover 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Rover |
| Model | F-150 | 200 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1205 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2510 mm |
