1997 Rover 400 vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1997 Rover 400. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 400.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Rover 400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2002 SsangYong Rexton (319 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 400. (145 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 400. 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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. 2002 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Rover 400 | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 400 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2830 mm |
