1997 Rover 400 vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 2000 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Rover 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Rover 400 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1997 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2000 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1997 Rover 400 has manual transmission. 1997 Rover 400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Rover | Dodge |
| Model | 400 | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2880 mm |
